Pungankulam
Pungankulam is a village located in Thirumangalam taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Thirumangalam (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Pungankulam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pungankulam unique in its vibrant Thirumangalam-Madurai region. You’ll see Pungankulam’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 Pungankulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pungankulam is 640929. The village spans a total geographical area of 260.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625706. Thirumangalam is nearest town to Pungankulam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pungankulam
Population of Pungankulam
According to the 2011 Census, Pungankulam has a total population of about 1,317, with approximately 654 males and 663 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 635 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 69.93%, with male literacy at about 77.83% and female literacy near 62.14%. There are around 362 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pungankulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,317 | 654 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 635 | 313 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 921 | 509 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 145 | 251 |
Connectivity of Pungankulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pungankulam. As per the 2011 stats, Pungankulam 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pungankulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Pungankulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pungankulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pungankulam
- Where is Pungankulam located?
- Pungankulam village is situated in Thirumangalam Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pungankulam?
- Pungankulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pungankulam?
- The pincode of Pungankulam is 625706, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pungankulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pungankulam is 1,317, with 654 males and 663 females.
- How many households are there in Pungankulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pungankulam village has a total of 362 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pungankulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pungankulam is 69.93%. The male literacy rate is 77.83%, while the female literacy rate is 62.14%.