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.
Punnam has its own place in the vibrant Karur 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Punnam 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punnam village:
- The total population of Punnam village is around 5,446, including approximately 2,839 males and 2,607 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 427 children aged 0–6 years in Punnam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punnam village has 906 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Punnam village is about 67.55%, with male literacy at 77.77% and female literacy at 56.43%.
- There are around 1,452 households in Punnam village.
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%.