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
As per Census 2011, Panangudi village has a total population of 6,783 people, consisting of 3,349 males and 3,434 females. The village has 1,698 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 680 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,553 literate and 2,230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,588 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panangudi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 6,783, including 3,349 males and 3,434 females.
How many households are there in Panangudi?
There are 1,698 households in Panangudi.
What is the literacy rate in Panangudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panangudi is 67.12%. Male literacy is 74.92% and female literacy is 59.52%.