Ponmanai - Thiruvattar, Kanniyakumari
Ponmanai is a village situated in the Thiruvattar taluka of Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from Pathmanabapuram and around 18 km from Nagercoil. Surulacode serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ponmanai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ponmanai is 643125. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.1 hectares and falls under the 629161 pincode. Pathmanabapuram is the nearest town.
Ponmanai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padmanabhapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanniyakumari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ponmanai
According to the 2011 Census, Ponmanai village had a total population of 86 people, including 42 males and 44 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.33%, with male literacy at 97.37% and female literacy at 97.30%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Ponmanai
Ponmanai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ponmanai
Ponmanai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nagercoil to Ponmanai is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ponmanai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponmanai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ponmanai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponmanai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ponmanai
Where is Ponmanai located?
Ponmanai village is located in Thiruvattar Taluka, Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ponmanai?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponmanai is Surulacode.
What is the pincode of Ponmanai?
The pincode of Ponmanai is 629161.
What is the population of Ponmanai?
Ponmanai had a total population of 86, including 42 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Ponmanai?
Ponmanai had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponmanai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponmanai was 97.33%. Male literacy was 97.37% and female literacy was 97.30%.