Panangulam - Devakottai, Sivaganga
Panangulam is a village situated in the Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devakottai and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Pannangulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panangulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panangulam is 640194. The village covers a total geographical area of 779.49 hectares and falls under the 630311 pincode. Devakottai is the nearest town.
Panangulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panangulam
According to the 2011 Census, Panangulam village had a total population of 1,162 people, including 590 males and 572 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.43%, with male literacy at 87.22% and female literacy at 67.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 1,162 | 590 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 813 | 464 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 126 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Panangulam
Panangulam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Seluvatti | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Sakkanthi | East | 1.70 km |
| Vasandani | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Thalanendal | North | 2.64 km |
| Siruvatti | West | 2.84 km |
| Kodikkottai | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Manjani | North | 3.50 km |
| Thidakkottai | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Maviduthikottai | North | 4.16 km |
| Pagayani Pirandani | East | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panangulam
Panangulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Devakottai Road, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivaganga to Panangulam is about 40 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 Panangulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panangulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Panangulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panangulam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Panangulam
Where is Panangulam located?
Panangulam village is located in Devakottai Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panangulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Panangulam is Pannangulam.
What is the pincode of Panangulam?
The pincode of Panangulam is 630311.
What is the population of Panangulam?
Panangulam had a total population of 1,162, including 590 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Panangulam?
Panangulam had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panangulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panangulam was 77.43%. Male literacy was 87.22% and female literacy was 67.37%.