Punnam - Pugalur, Karur
Punnam is a village situated in the Pugalur taluka of Karur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 45 km from Aravakurichi and around 12 km from Karur. Punnam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punnam is 635496. The village covers a total geographical area of 2943.68 hectares and falls under the 639136 pincode. Punjai Pugalur is the nearest town.
Punnam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aravakurichi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punnam
According to the 2011 Census, Punnam village had a total population of 5,446 people, including 2,839 males and 2,607 females, living in 1,452 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.30%, with male literacy at 84.86% and female literacy at 60.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 906.
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 | 5,446 | 2,839 | 2,607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 237 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 906 | 468 | 438 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,679 | 2,208 | 1,471 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,767 | 631 | 1,136 |
Nearby Villages of Punnam
Punnam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Athur | East | 5.18 km |
| Kuppam | West | 5.69 km |
| Vettamangalam (west) | North-West | 5.88 km |
| Pavithiram | South | 6.12 km |
| Karudayampalayam | South-West | 6.32 km |
| Viswanathapuri | South-East | 6.73 km |
| Punjai Thottakurichi | North-East | 6.97 km |
| Vettamangalam (east) | North-West | 7.41 km |
| Thirukkattuthurai | North | 7.80 km |
| Pallapalayam | South | 8.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punnam
Punnam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marthipalayam, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Karur to Punnam is about 12 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 Punnam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punnam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punnam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punnam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punnam
Where is Punnam located?
Punnam village is located in Pugalur Taluka, Karur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punnam?
Punnam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punnam?
The pincode of Punnam is 639136.
What is the population of Punnam?
Punnam had a total population of 5,446, including 2,839 males and 2,607 females.
How many households are there in Punnam?
Punnam had 1,452 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punnam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punnam was 73.30%. Male literacy was 84.86% and female literacy was 60.86%.