Panangulam
Panangulam is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Pannangulam is the gram panchayat of Panangulam village.
Here you can discover what makes Panangulam unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Panangulam’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 Panangulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panangulam is 640194. The village spans a total geographical area of 779.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630312. Devakottai is nearest town to Panangulam village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Panangulam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Panangulam
Population of Panangulam
According to the 2011 Census, Panangulam has a total population of about 1,162, with approximately 590 males and 572 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 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 69.97%, with male literacy at about 78.64% and female literacy near 61.01%. There are around 292 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panangulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,162 | 590 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 813 | 464 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 126 | 223 |
Connectivity of Panangulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panangulam. As per the 2011 stats, Panangulam 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 Panangulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Panangulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panangulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panangulam
- Where is Panangulam located?
- Panangulam village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panangulam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Panangulam is Pannangulam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Panangulam?
- The pincode of Panangulam is 630312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panangulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panangulam is 1,162, with 590 males and 572 females.
- How many households are there in Panangulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panangulam village has a total of 292 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panangulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panangulam is 69.97%. The male literacy rate is 78.64%, while the female literacy rate is 61.01%.