Pe.Ponneri - Tittakudi, Cuddalore
Pe.Ponneri is a village situated in the Tittakudi taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tittakudi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Pe.Ponneri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pe.Ponneri is 637345. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.83 hectares and falls under the 606304 pincode. Pennadam is the nearest town.
Pe.Ponneri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tittakudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuddalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pe.Ponneri
As per Census 2011, Pe.Ponneri village has a total population of 1,654 people, consisting of 820 males and 834 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,126 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pe.Ponneri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,654 | 820 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 84 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,385 | 683 | 702 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 612 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 208 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Pe.Ponneri
Pe.Ponneri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Eraiyur | West | 1.24 km |
| Pennadam | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Kothattai | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Gooddalur | West | 2.66 km |
| Soundaracholapuram | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Melnemili | North | 3.44 km |
| Maligaikottam | East | 3.49 km |
| Ariyaravi | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Putheri | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Keelnemili | North | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pe.Ponneri
Pe.Ponneri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pennadam, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Pe.Ponneri is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pe.Ponneri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pe.Ponneri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pe.Ponneri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pe.Ponneri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pe.Ponneri
Where is Pe.Ponneri located?
Pe.Ponneri village is located in Tittakudi Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pe.Ponneri?
Pe.Ponneri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pe.Ponneri?
The pincode of Pe.Ponneri is 606304.
What is the population of Pe.Ponneri?
Pe.Ponneri has a total population of 1,654, including 820 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Pe.Ponneri?
There are 380 households in Pe.Ponneri.
What is the literacy rate in Pe.Ponneri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pe.Ponneri is 68.08%. Male literacy is 74.63% and female literacy is 61.63%.