Poongunam
Poongunam is a village located in Cheyyur taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Cheyyur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Poongunam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Pongunam is the gram panchayat of Poongunam village.
Poongunam has its own place in the vibrant Kancheepuram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Poongunam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poongunam is 630216. The village spans a total geographical area of 1211.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 603313. Maduranthakam is nearest town to Poongunam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Poongunam
Population of Poongunam
Below is a concise population overview of Poongunam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,212 | 1,096 | 1,116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 143 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,264 | 637 | 627 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,568 | 848 | 720 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 248 | 396 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Poongunam village:
- The total population of Poongunam village is around 2,212, including approximately 1,096 males and 1,116 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 291 children aged 0–6 years in Poongunam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Poongunam village has 1,264 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Poongunam village is about 70.89%, with male literacy at 77.37% and female literacy at 64.52%.
- There are around 552 households in Poongunam village.
Connectivity of Poongunam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poongunam. As per the 2011 stats, Poongunam 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 15 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poongunam
Knowing the nearby villages of Poongunam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poongunam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poongunam
- Where is Poongunam located?
- Poongunam village is situated in Cheyyur Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poongunam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Poongunam is Pongunam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Poongunam?
- The pincode of Poongunam is 603313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poongunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poongunam is 2,212, with 1,096 males and 1,116 females.
- How many households are there in Poongunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poongunam village has a total of 552 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poongunam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poongunam is 70.89%. The male literacy rate is 77.37%, while the female literacy rate is 64.52%.