Panangudi - Thirumayam, Pudukkottai
Panangudi is a village situated in the Thirumayam taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thirumayam and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. Kadiyapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panangudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panangudi is 639491. The village covers a total geographical area of 1465.61 hectares and falls under the 622505 pincode. Arimalam is the nearest town.
Panangudi 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 Panangudi
According to the 2011 Census, Panangudi village had a total population of 6,783 people, including 3,349 males and 3,434 females, living in 1,698 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.60%, with male literacy at 83.83% and female literacy at 65.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,588, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,783 | 3,349 | 3,434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 680 | 356 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,588 | 762 | 826 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,553 | 2,509 | 2,044 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,230 | 840 | 1,390 |
Nearby Villages of Panangudi
Panangudi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Panangudi
Panangudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Panangudi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pudukkottai to Panangudi is about 30 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 Panangudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panangudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panangudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panangudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Panangudi
Where is Panangudi located?
Panangudi village is located in Thirumayam Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panangudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Panangudi is Kadiyapatti.
What is the pincode of Panangudi?
The pincode of Panangudi is 622505.
What is the population of Panangudi?
Panangudi had a total population of 6,783, including 3,349 males and 3,434 females.
How many households are there in Panangudi?
Panangudi had 1,698 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panangudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panangudi was 74.60%. Male literacy was 83.83% and female literacy was 65.72%.