Ponmala

Ponmala is a village located in Tirur taluka of Malappuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Tirur (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Malappuram. As per 2009 stats, Ponmala village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Ponmala unique in its vibrant Tirur-Malappuram region. You’ll see Ponmala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Ponmala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponmala is 627518. The village spans a total geographical area of 2164 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 676528. Malappuram is nearest town to Ponmala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Ponmala

According to the 2011 Census, Ponmala has a total population of about 33,922, with approximately 16,087 males and 17,835 females. The sex ratio is around 1108 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 5,137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,387 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 88. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.94%, with male literacy at about 80.06% and female literacy near 79.83%. There are around 6,237 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponmala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 33,922 16,087 17,835
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 5,137 2,685 2,452
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,387 705 682
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 88 47 41
Literate Population 27,118 12,880 14,238
Illiterate Population 6,804 3,207 3,597

Connectivity of Ponmala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponmala. As per the 2011 stats, Ponmala 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ponmala

Knowing the nearby villages of Ponmala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponmala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ponmala

Where is Ponmala located?
Ponmala village is situated in Tirur Taluka, within the Malappuram district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponmala?
Ponmala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ponmala?
The pincode of Ponmala is 676528, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ponmala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponmala is 33,922, with 16,087 males and 17,835 females.
How many households are there in Ponmala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ponmala village has a total of 6,237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponmala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponmala is 79.94%. The male literacy rate is 80.06%, while the female literacy rate is 79.83%.