Poonthandalam
Poonthandalam is a village located in Sriperumbudur taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Sriperumbudur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Poonthandalam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Poonthandalam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Poonthandalam unique in its vibrant Sriperumbudur-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Poonthandalam’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 Poonthandalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poonthandalam is 629243. The village spans a total geographical area of 359.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 600069. Kundrathur is nearest town to Poonthandalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Poonthandalam
Population of Poonthandalam
According to the 2011 Census, Poonthandalam has a total population of about 3,117, with approximately 1,505 males and 1,612 females. The sex ratio is around 1071 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 280 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 582 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.05%, with male literacy at about 83.12% and female literacy near 75.25%. There are around 630 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poonthandalam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,117 | 1,505 | 1,612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 134 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 283 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,464 | 1,251 | 1,213 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 254 | 399 |
Connectivity of Poonthandalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poonthandalam. As per the 2011 stats, Poonthandalam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 2 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 13 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 13 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poonthandalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Poonthandalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poonthandalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poonthandalam
- Where is Poonthandalam located?
- Poonthandalam village is situated in Sriperumbudur Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poonthandalam?
- Poonthandalam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Poonthandalam?
- The pincode of Poonthandalam is 600069, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poonthandalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poonthandalam is 3,117, with 1,505 males and 1,612 females.
- How many households are there in Poonthandalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poonthandalam village has a total of 630 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poonthandalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poonthandalam is 79.05%. The male literacy rate is 83.12%, while the female literacy rate is 75.25%.