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.

Pungudi has its own place in the vibrant Cuddalore 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 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.

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Population of Pungudi

Below is a concise population overview of Pungudi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pungudi village:

  • The total population of Pungudi village is around 499, including approximately 253 males and 246 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 70 children aged 0–6 years in Pungudi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pungudi village has 498 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pungudi village is about 68.54%, with male literacy at 81.03% and female literacy at 55.69%.
  • There are around 119 households in Pungudi village.

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.

Kavarapattu Kezhaperambai Thirukazhipalai Chithalapadi Tuniseramedu Pannapattu Ayyanurakkaramangalam Manakkudaiyaniruppu Vilagam Sethiyur Kulappadi

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%.