Punganandal - Uthiramerur, Kancheepuram
Punganandal is a village situated in the Uthiramerur taluka of Kancheepuram district, Tamil Nadu. Visoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punganandal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punganandal is 629786. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.59 hectares and falls under the 603403 pincode. Uthiramerur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Punganandal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uthiramerur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kancheepuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Punganandal
Punganandal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visoor | North-East | 0.84 km |
| Melma | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Thethurai | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Vachanur | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Ayyavadi | South | 2.57 km |
| Manampathy | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Melnarma | South | 3.34 km |
| Nedungal | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Serpakkam | East | 3.54 km |
| Alathur | South-East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punganandal
Punganandal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nathapettai, while the nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uthiramerur to Punganandal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punganandal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punganandal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punganandal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punganandal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punganandal
Where is Punganandal located?
Punganandal village is located in Uthiramerur Taluka, Kancheepuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punganandal?
The Gram Panchayat of Punganandal is Visoor.
What is the pincode of Punganandal?
The pincode of Punganandal is 603403.