Ponthampuli
Ponthampuli is a village located in Kamuthi taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kamuthi (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Ponthampuli village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ponthampuli unique in its vibrant Kamuthi-Ramanathapuram region. You’ll see Ponthampuli’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 Ponthampuli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponthampuli is 642045. The village spans a total geographical area of 917.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623115. Sayakulam is nearest town to Ponthampuli village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ponthampuli
Population of Ponthampuli
According to the 2011 Census, Ponthampuli has a total population of about 669, with approximately 300 males and 369 females. The sex ratio is around 1230 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 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 50.07%, with male literacy at about 62.33% and female literacy near 40.11%. There are around 240 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponthampuli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 669 | 300 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 335 | 187 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 113 | 221 |
Connectivity of Ponthampuli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponthampuli. As per the 2011 stats, Ponthampuli 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 Ponthampuli
Knowing the nearby villages of Ponthampuli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponthampuli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponthampuli
- Where is Ponthampuli located?
- Ponthampuli village is situated in Kamuthi Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ponthampuli?
- Ponthampuli serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ponthampuli?
- The pincode of Ponthampuli is 623115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ponthampuli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponthampuli is 669, with 300 males and 369 females.
- How many households are there in Ponthampuli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ponthampuli village has a total of 240 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ponthampuli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponthampuli is 50.07%. The male literacy rate is 62.33%, while the female literacy rate is 40.11%.