Ponnangur - Kuppam, Chittoor
Ponnangur is a village situated in the Kuppam mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kuppam and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Mallanuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ponnangur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ponnangur is 596971. The village covers a total geographical area of 344 hectares and falls under the 517425 pincode. Punganur is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Ponnangur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ponnangur
As per Census 2011, Ponnangur village has a total population of 3,364 people, consisting of 1,736 males and 1,628 females. The village has 725 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,772 literate and 1,592 illiterate residents. Additionally, 358 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ponnangur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,364 | 1,736 | 1,628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 199 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 358 | 175 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,772 | 1,070 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,592 | 666 | 926 |
Nearby Villages of Ponnangur
Ponnangur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanamapacharla Palle | North-West | 2.50 km |
| T.sadumur | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Adavi Budugur | East | 3.37 km |
| Avulanatham | North | 3.86 km |
| Chinnaobba | West | 4.08 km |
| Chekkunatham | West | 4.25 km |
| Kottur R.f. | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Mittapalle | North | 4.39 km |
| Kothur R.f | South | 4.99 km |
| Mottakadirinur | North-West | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ponnangur
Ponnangur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mulanur, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punganur to Ponnangur is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Ponnangur is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ponnangur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponnangur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ponnangur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponnangur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ponnangur
Where is Ponnangur located?
Ponnangur village is located in Kuppam Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponnangur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponnangur is Mallanuru.
What is the pincode of Ponnangur?
The pincode of Ponnangur is 517425.
What is the population of Ponnangur?
Ponnangur has a total population of 3,364, including 1,736 males and 1,628 females.
How many households are there in Ponnangur?
There are 725 households in Ponnangur.
What is the literacy rate in Ponnangur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponnangur is 52.68%. Male literacy is 61.64% and female literacy is 43.12%.