Panayadikuppam - Bahour, Puducherry
Panayadikuppam is a village situated in the Bahour taluka of Puducherry district, Puducherry. It is located approximately 13 km from Bahour and around 35 km from Puducherry. Karayamputhur serves as the Village Panchayat for Panayadikuppam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panayadikuppam is 644969. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.65 hectares and falls under the 605106 pincode. Nellikuppam is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Panayadikuppam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nettpakkam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the PUDUCHERRY Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panayadikuppam
According to the 2011 Census, Panayadikuppam village had a total population of 1,316 people, including 646 males and 670 females, living in 316 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.62%, with male literacy at 87.32% and female literacy at 66.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 960.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,316 | 646 | 670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 78 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 960 | 481 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 888 | 496 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 150 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Panayadikuppam
Panayadikuppam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Panayadikuppam
Panayadikuppam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nellikuppam to Panayadikuppam is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puducherry to Panayadikuppam is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panayadikuppam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panayadikuppam 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 Panayadikuppam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panayadikuppam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Panayadikuppam
Where is Panayadikuppam located?
Panayadikuppam village is located in Bahour Taluka, Puducherry district, Puducherry, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Panayadikuppam?
The Village Panchayat of Panayadikuppam is Karayamputhur.
What is the pincode of Panayadikuppam?
The pincode of Panayadikuppam is 605106.
What is the population of Panayadikuppam?
Panayadikuppam had a total population of 1,316, including 646 males and 670 females.
How many households are there in Panayadikuppam?
Panayadikuppam had 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panayadikuppam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panayadikuppam was 76.62%. Male literacy was 87.32% and female literacy was 66.33%.