Ponnur

Ponnur is a village located in Mayiladuthurai taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mayiladuthurai (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Ponnur village is also a gram panchayat.

Ponnur has its own place in the vibrant Nagapattinam 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 Ponnur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponnur is 637480. The village spans a total geographical area of 373.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609203. Mayiladuthurai is nearest town to Ponnur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ponnur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,564 792 772
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 119 59 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) 511 248 263
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,089 622 467
Illiterate Population 475 170 305

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

  • The total population of Ponnur village is around 1,564, including approximately 792 males and 772 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 119 children aged 0–6 years in Ponnur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ponnur village has 511 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ponnur village is about 69.63%, with male literacy at 78.54% and female literacy at 60.49%.
  • There are around 383 households in Ponnur village.

Connectivity of Ponnur

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

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

Kanganamputhur Arulmolithevan Pandur Thirumangalam Murugamangalam Maharajapuram Thiruindalur Uluthakuppai Manakkudi Vellalar Agaram Pandaravadaimappadugai

Frequently Asked Questions about Ponnur

Where is Ponnur located?
Ponnur village is situated in Mayiladuthurai Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponnur?
Ponnur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ponnur?
The pincode of Ponnur is 609203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ponnur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponnur is 1,564, with 792 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Ponnur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ponnur village has a total of 383 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponnur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponnur is 69.63%. The male literacy rate is 78.54%, while the female literacy rate is 60.49%.