Pooradam Nakshatra also called Purvashada Nakshatra is headed by the planet Venus and the ruling deity of this nakshatra is the Goddess of Water -Apas. Denoted by an elephant tusk, this nakshatra extends from 13:20 - 26:40 degrees and people born under this nakshatra will have Saggitarius as their zodiac sign.

There are 4 padas of Purvashada wherein the first pada of this nakshatra comes under Leo zodiac ruled by Sun. Born in the first pada, people always look for opportunities to be in the limelight. Their confidence and the quality of thinking different from others is what fetches them ample chances in all aspects of life.

The Second pada of Purvashada Nakshatra falls in Virgo zodiac and is headed by the planet Mercury. These natives will have to put in their hearts and soul to achieve what they desire for especially when it comes to being financially stable.

The third pada of Purvashada Nakshatra comes under the moon sign Libra and is ruled by the planet Venus. People born under the third pada of Purvashada Nakshatra will lead a contented life and will be able to enjoy all the materialistic comforts. These people will get the fruits of their hard work for sure.

Purvashada Nakshatra fourth pada is ruled by the planet Mars and it comes under the zodiac sign Scorpio. People of this pada are usually rude by nature and are mysterious as well. Astrologers say that these natives will be more attracted to activities like black magic and witchcraft.

General characteristics of Purvashada natives are, they are intelligent and share a special bond with family and friends. Purvashada Nakshatra people will lead a contented married life. However, one must be careful before having an argument with the natives of Purvashada Nakshatra as they are invincible.

The best professions for the natives of this nakshatra are medical, teaching and banking sector. However, natives of Purvashada will not have a clear idea about their career till the age of 32 but later they will excel in the respective fields. Healthwise, they will look healthy from outside but they will be facing problems related to the uterus.