Podumbu

Podumbu is a village located in Madurai North taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Madurai North (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Podumbu village is also a gram panchayat.

Podumbu has its own place in the vibrant Madurai 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 Podumbu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Podumbu is 640630. The village spans a total geographical area of 679.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625018. Anaiyur is nearest town to Podumbu village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Podumbu

Below is a concise population overview of Podumbu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,252 2,608 2,644
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 568 292 276
Scheduled Castes (SC) 992 499 493
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,744 2,008 1,736
Illiterate Population 1,508 600 908

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Podumbu village:

  • The total population of Podumbu village is around 5,252, including approximately 2,608 males and 2,644 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 568 children aged 0–6 years in Podumbu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Podumbu village has 992 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Podumbu village is about 71.29%, with male literacy at 76.99% and female literacy at 65.66%.
  • There are around 1,386 households in Podumbu village.

Connectivity of Podumbu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Podumbu. As per the 2011 stats, Podumbu 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 Podumbu

Knowing the nearby villages of Podumbu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Podumbu.

Iraniyam Kannikudi Alattur Pechikulam Vagaikulam Adalai Pattakkurichchi Kovilkurundhankulam Kovilappangudi Melapanangadi Keelapanangadu

Frequently Asked Questions about Podumbu

Where is Podumbu located?
Podumbu village is situated in Madurai North Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podumbu?
Podumbu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Podumbu?
The pincode of Podumbu is 625018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Podumbu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Podumbu is 5,252, with 2,608 males and 2,644 females.
How many households are there in Podumbu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Podumbu village has a total of 1,386 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podumbu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Podumbu is 71.29%. The male literacy rate is 76.99%, while the female literacy rate is 65.66%.