Ponguru
Ponguru is a village located in Marripadu mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Marripadu (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Nellore. As per 2009 stats, Pongurukandriga is the gram panchayat of Ponguru village.
Ponguru has its own place in the vibrant Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ponguru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponguru is 591804. The village spans a total geographical area of 5967 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 524312. Badvel is nearest town to Ponguru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ponguru village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Atmakur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nellore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ponguru
Population of Ponguru
Below is a concise population overview of Ponguru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,756 | 1,926 | 1,830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 193 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 653 | 344 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 69 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 2,208 | 1,311 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,548 | 615 | 933 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ponguru village:
- The total population of Ponguru village is around 3,756, including approximately 1,926 males and 1,830 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 367 children aged 0–6 years in Ponguru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ponguru village has 653 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 146 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ponguru village is about 58.79%, with male literacy at 68.07% and female literacy at 49.02%.
- There are around 950 households in Ponguru village.
Connectivity of Ponguru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponguru. As per the 2011 stats, Ponguru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ponguru
Knowing the nearby villages of Ponguru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponguru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponguru
- Where is Ponguru located?
- Ponguru village is situated in Marripadu Mandal, within the Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ponguru?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ponguru is Pongurukandriga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ponguru?
- The pincode of Ponguru is 524312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ponguru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponguru is 3,756, with 1,926 males and 1,830 females.
- How many households are there in Ponguru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ponguru village has a total of 950 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ponguru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponguru is 58.79%. The male literacy rate is 68.07%, while the female literacy rate is 49.02%.