Ponnamaravathi West - Ponnamaravathi, Pudukkottai
Ponnamaravathi West is a village situated in the Ponnamaravathi taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ponnamaravathi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. Bagavandipatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ponnamaravathi West village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ponnamaravathi West is 639573. The village covers a total geographical area of 1069.5 hectares and falls under the 622407 pincode. Perurachi is the nearest town.
Ponnamaravathi West village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thirumayam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ponnamaravathi West
As per Census 2011, Ponnamaravathi West village has a total population of 8,494 people, consisting of 4,342 males and 4,152 females. The village has 2,052 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 925 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,890 literate and 2,604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ponnamaravathi West are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,494 | 4,342 | 4,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 925 | 475 | 450 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,335 | 713 | 622 |
| Literate Population | 5,890 | 3,368 | 2,522 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,604 | 974 | 1,630 |
Nearby Villages of Ponnamaravathi West
Ponnamaravathi West is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Manthakudipatti | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Ponnamaravathi East | East | 2.88 km |
| Thuthur | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Kandianatham | North | 4.07 km |
| Varpattu | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Neduvayal | West | 4.56 km |
| Moolangudi | North-East | 5.20 km |
| Nerkuppai | South | 5.35 km |
| Nathupatti | North-East | 5.40 km |
| Alavayal | North | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ponnamaravathi West
Ponnamaravathi West is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tirumayam, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pudukkottai to Ponnamaravathi West is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ponnamaravathi West
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponnamaravathi West village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ponnamaravathi West
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponnamaravathi West village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ponnamaravathi West
Where is Ponnamaravathi West located?
Ponnamaravathi West village is located in Ponnamaravathi Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponnamaravathi West?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponnamaravathi West is Bagavandipatti.
What is the pincode of Ponnamaravathi West?
The pincode of Ponnamaravathi West is 622407.
What is the population of Ponnamaravathi West?
Ponnamaravathi West has a total population of 8,494, including 4,342 males and 4,152 females.
How many households are there in Ponnamaravathi West?
There are 2,052 households in Ponnamaravathi West.
What is the literacy rate in Ponnamaravathi West?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponnamaravathi West is 69.34%. Male literacy is 77.57% and female literacy is 60.74%.