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.

Here you can discover what makes Ponnur unique in its vibrant Mayiladuthurai-Nagapattinam region. You’ll see Ponnur’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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Ponnur has a total population of about 1,564, with approximately 792 males and 772 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 511 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 69.63%, with male literacy at about 78.54% and female literacy near 60.49%. There are around 383 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponnur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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.

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%.