Punnam
Punnam is a village located in Aravakurichi taluka of Karur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Aravakurichi (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Karur. As per 2009 stats, Punnam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punnam unique in its vibrant Aravakurichi-Karur region. You’ll see Punnam’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 Punnam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punnam is 635496. The village spans a total geographical area of 2943.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 639136. Punjai Pugalur is nearest town to Punnam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Punnam
Population of Punnam
According to the 2011 Census, Punnam has a total population of about 5,446, with approximately 2,839 males and 2,607 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 427 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 906 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 67.55%, with male literacy at about 77.77% and female literacy near 56.43%. There are around 1,452 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punnam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,446 | 2,839 | 2,607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 237 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 906 | 468 | 438 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,679 | 2,208 | 1,471 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,767 | 631 | 1,136 |
Connectivity of Punnam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punnam. As per the 2011 stats, Punnam 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punnam
Knowing the nearby villages of Punnam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punnam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punnam
- Where is Punnam located?
- Punnam village is situated in Aravakurichi Taluka, within the Karur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punnam?
- Punnam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Punnam?
- The pincode of Punnam is 639136, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punnam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punnam is 5,446, with 2,839 males and 2,607 females.
- How many households are there in Punnam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punnam village has a total of 1,452 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punnam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punnam is 67.55%. The male literacy rate is 77.77%, while the female literacy rate is 56.43%.