Pungudi
Pungudi is a village located in Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Chidambaram (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, K Adoor is the gram panchayat of Pungudi village.
Here you can discover what makes Pungudi unique in its vibrant Chidambaram-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Pungudi’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 Pungudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pungudi is 636869. The village spans a total geographical area of 205.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608602. Chidambaram is nearest town to Pungudi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pungudi
Population of Pungudi
According to the 2011 Census, Pungudi has a total population of about 499, with approximately 253 males and 246 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 70 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 498 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.54%, with male literacy at about 81.03% and female literacy near 55.69%. There are around 119 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pungudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 499 | 253 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 498 | 253 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 342 | 205 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 48 | 109 |
Connectivity of Pungudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pungudi. As per the 2011 stats, Pungudi 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pungudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Pungudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pungudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pungudi
- Where is Pungudi located?
- Pungudi village is situated in Chidambaram Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pungudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pungudi is K Adoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pungudi?
- The pincode of Pungudi is 608602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pungudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pungudi is 499, with 253 males and 246 females.
- How many households are there in Pungudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pungudi village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pungudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pungudi is 68.54%. The male literacy rate is 81.03%, while the female literacy rate is 55.69%.