Poombarai - Kodaikanal, Dindigul
Poombarai is a village situated in the Kodaikanal taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodaikanal and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Poomparai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poombarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poombarai is 635441. The village covers a total geographical area of 2019.64 hectares and falls under the 624103 pincode. Kodaikanal is the nearest town.
Poombarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poombarai
According to the 2011 Census, Poombarai village had a total population of 5,574 people, including 2,840 males and 2,734 females, living in 1,494 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.95%, with male literacy at 81.77% and female literacy at 61.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 700, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 5,574 | 2,840 | 2,734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 643 | 349 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 700 | 349 | 351 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,548 | 2,037 | 1,511 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,026 | 803 | 1,223 |
Nearby Villages of Poombarai
Poombarai 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 Poombarai
Poombarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Poombarai has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dindigul to Poombarai is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poombarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poombarai 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 Poombarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poombarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Poombarai
Where is Poombarai located?
Poombarai village is located in Kodaikanal Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poombarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Poombarai is Poomparai.
What is the pincode of Poombarai?
The pincode of Poombarai is 624103.
What is the population of Poombarai?
Poombarai had a total population of 5,574, including 2,840 males and 2,734 females.
How many households are there in Poombarai?
Poombarai had 1,494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poombarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poombarai was 71.95%. Male literacy was 81.77% and female literacy was 61.93%.