Pungampadi
Pungampadi is a village located in Perundurai taluka of Erode district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Perundurai (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Erode. As per 2009 stats, Pungampadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pungampadi unique in its vibrant Perundurai-Erode region. You’ll see Pungampadi’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 Pungampadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pungampadi is 634996. The village spans a total geographical area of 843.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 638112. Perundurai is nearest town to Pungampadi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Pungampadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Erode (west) Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Erode Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pungampadi
Population of Pungampadi
According to the 2011 Census, Pungampadi has a total population of about 2,643, with approximately 1,341 males and 1,302 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 204 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 863 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.17%, with male literacy at about 73.45% and female literacy near 54.61%. There are around 803 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pungampadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,643 | 1,341 | 1,302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 109 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 863 | 445 | 418 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,696 | 985 | 711 |
| Illiterate Population | 947 | 356 | 591 |
Connectivity of Pungampadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pungampadi. As per the 2011 stats, Pungampadi 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pungampadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Pungampadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pungampadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pungampadi
- Where is Pungampadi located?
- Pungampadi village is situated in Perundurai Taluka, within the Erode district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pungampadi?
- Pungampadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pungampadi?
- The pincode of Pungampadi is 638112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pungampadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pungampadi is 2,643, with 1,341 males and 1,302 females.
- How many households are there in Pungampadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pungampadi village has a total of 803 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pungampadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pungampadi is 64.17%. The male literacy rate is 73.45%, while the female literacy rate is 54.61%.