Punganur
Punganur is a village located in Sirkali taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkali (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Punganur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punganur unique in its vibrant Sirkali-Nagapattinam region. You’ll see Punganur’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 Punganur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punganur is 637408. The village spans a total geographical area of 380.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609117. Vaitheeswaran Kovil is nearest town to Punganur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Punganur
Population of Punganur
According to the 2011 Census, Punganur has a total population of about 3,048, with approximately 1,412 males and 1,636 females. The sex ratio is around 1158 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 387 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,539 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 70.60%, with male literacy at about 75.28% and female literacy near 66.56%. There are around 768 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punganur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,048 | 1,412 | 1,636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 195 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,539 | 772 | 767 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,152 | 1,063 | 1,089 |
| Illiterate Population | 896 | 349 | 547 |
Connectivity of Punganur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punganur. As per the 2011 stats, Punganur 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punganur
Knowing the nearby villages of Punganur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punganur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punganur
- Where is Punganur located?
- Punganur village is situated in Sirkali Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punganur?
- Punganur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Punganur?
- The pincode of Punganur is 609117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punganur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punganur is 3,048, with 1,412 males and 1,636 females.
- How many households are there in Punganur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punganur village has a total of 768 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punganur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punganur is 70.60%. The male literacy rate is 75.28%, while the female literacy rate is 66.56%.