Poondi
Poondi is a village located in Kodaikanal taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Kodaikanal (tehsildar office) and 140km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Poondi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Poondi unique in its vibrant Kodaikanal-Dindigul region. You’ll see Poondi’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 Poondi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poondi is 635443. The village spans a total geographical area of 2108.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624103. Kodaikanal is nearest town to Poondi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Poondi
Population of Poondi
According to the 2011 Census, Poondi has a total population of about 5,816, with approximately 2,969 males and 2,847 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 696 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 802 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 68. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.03%, with male literacy at about 70.53% and female literacy near 47.03%. There are around 1,432 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poondi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,816 | 2,969 | 2,847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 696 | 335 | 361 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 802 | 395 | 407 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 43 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 3,433 | 2,094 | 1,339 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,383 | 875 | 1,508 |
Connectivity of Poondi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poondi. As per the 2011 stats, Poondi 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poondi
Knowing the nearby villages of Poondi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poondi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poondi
- Where is Poondi located?
- Poondi village is situated in Kodaikanal Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poondi?
- Poondi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Poondi?
- The pincode of Poondi is 624103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poondi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poondi is 5,816, with 2,969 males and 2,847 females.
- How many households are there in Poondi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poondi village has a total of 1,432 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poondi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poondi is 59.03%. The male literacy rate is 70.53%, while the female literacy rate is 47.03%.