Ponakulam

Ponakulam is a village located in Gandarvakkottai taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kovilur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Punalkulam is the gram panchayat of Ponakulam village.

Ponakulam has its own place in the vibrant Pudukkottai 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 Ponakulam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponakulam is 639380. The village spans a total geographical area of 1054.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 613303. Vallam is nearest town to Ponakulam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ponakulam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,487 1,217 1,270
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 208 116 92
Scheduled Castes (SC) 622 315 307
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,875 971 904
Illiterate Population 612 246 366

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

  • The total population of Ponakulam village is around 2,487, including approximately 1,217 males and 1,270 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 208 children aged 0–6 years in Ponakulam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ponakulam village has 622 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ponakulam village is about 75.39%, with male literacy at 79.79% and female literacy at 71.18%.
  • There are around 492 households in Ponakulam village.

Connectivity of Ponakulam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponakulam. As per the 2011 stats, Ponakulam 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ponakulam

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

Komapuram Manganoor Vadugappatti Meyakadipatti Ariyanipatti Pudunagar Palayagandarvakottai Aravampatti Kovilur Pisannathur Veeradipatti

Frequently Asked Questions about Ponakulam

Where is Ponakulam located?
Ponakulam village is situated in Gandarvakkottai Taluka, within the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponakulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponakulam is Punalkulam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ponakulam?
The pincode of Ponakulam is 613303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ponakulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponakulam is 2,487, with 1,217 males and 1,270 females.
How many households are there in Ponakulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ponakulam village has a total of 492 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponakulam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponakulam is 75.39%. The male literacy rate is 79.79%, while the female literacy rate is 71.18%.