Punnam - Bhavani, Erode
Punnam is a village situated in the Bhavani taluka of Erode district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhavani and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Erode. Punnam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punnam is 634868. The village covers a total geographical area of 1126.09 hectares and falls under the 638312 pincode. Appakudal is the nearest town.
Punnam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruppur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punnam
As per Census 2011, Punnam village has a total population of 5,679 people, consisting of 2,920 males and 2,759 females. The village has 1,592 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 616 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,781 literate and 2,898 illiterate residents. Additionally, 607 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punnam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,679 | 2,920 | 2,759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 616 | 315 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 607 | 299 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 2,781 | 1,696 | 1,085 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,898 | 1,224 | 1,674 |
Nearby Villages of Punnam
Punnam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paruvachi | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Oricheri | South | 3.55 km |
| Jambai | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Appakudal | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Vembathi | West | 4.44 km |
| Vyramangalam | South | 5.80 km |
| Brammadesam | North-West | 5.92 km |
| Oddapalayam | North | 6.01 km |
| Chinnapuliyur | South | 6.32 km |
| Kuthampoondi | West | 6.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punnam
Punnam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Erode Jn, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Erode to Punnam is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punnam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punnam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punnam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punnam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punnam
Where is Punnam located?
Punnam village is located in Bhavani Taluka, Erode district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punnam?
Punnam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punnam?
The pincode of Punnam is 638312.
What is the population of Punnam?
Punnam has a total population of 5,679, including 2,920 males and 2,759 females.
How many households are there in Punnam?
There are 1,592 households in Punnam.
What is the literacy rate in Punnam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punnam is 48.97%. Male literacy is 58.08% and female literacy is 39.33%.