Pamban
Pamban is a village located in Rameswaram taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Rameswaram (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Thangachimadam is the gram panchayat of Pamban village.
Here you can discover what makes Pamban unique in its vibrant Rameswaram-Ramanathapuram region. You’ll see Pamban’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 Pamban
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pamban is 642166. The village spans a total geographical area of 3599.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623521. Rameswaram is nearest town to Pamban village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pamban
Population of Pamban
According to the 2011 Census, Pamban has a total population of about 37,819, with approximately 19,163 males and 18,656 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 4,582 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 503 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.84%, with male literacy at about 76.69% and female literacy near 72.94%. There are around 8,522 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pamban's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37,819 | 19,163 | 18,656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,582 | 2,331 | 2,251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 223 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 28,304 | 14,696 | 13,608 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,515 | 4,467 | 5,048 |
Connectivity of Pamban
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pamban. As per the 2011 stats, Pamban 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Pamban
Knowing the nearby villages of Pamban helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pamban.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pamban
- Where is Pamban located?
- Pamban village is situated in Rameswaram Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pamban?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pamban is Thangachimadam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pamban?
- The pincode of Pamban is 623521, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pamban as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pamban is 37,819, with 19,163 males and 18,656 females.
- How many households are there in Pamban as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pamban village has a total of 8,522 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pamban as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pamban is 74.84%. The male literacy rate is 76.69%, while the female literacy rate is 72.94%.