Ponnappur (East) I - Orathanadu, Thanjavur
Ponnappur (East) I is a village situated in the Orathanadu taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orathanadu and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Ponnappur East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ponnappur (East) I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ponnappur (East) I is 638857. The village covers a total geographical area of 558.86 hectares and falls under the 614904 pincode. Orathanadu is the nearest town.
Ponnappur (East) I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Orattanadu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thanjavur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ponnappur (East) I
As per Census 2011, Ponnappur (East) I village has a total population of 1,772 people, consisting of 876 males and 896 females. The village has 448 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,359 literate and 413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ponnappur (East) I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,772 | 876 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 73 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 108 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,359 | 720 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 156 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Ponnappur (East) I
Ponnappur (East) I 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 Ponnappur (East) I
Ponnappur (East) I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Thanjavur to Ponnappur (East) I is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ponnappur (East) I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponnappur (East) I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ponnappur (East) I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponnappur (East) I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ponnappur (East) I
Where is Ponnappur (East) I located?
Ponnappur (East) I village is located in Orathanadu Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponnappur (East) I?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponnappur (East) I is Ponnappur East.
What is the pincode of Ponnappur (East) I?
The pincode of Ponnappur (East) I is 614904.
What is the population of Ponnappur (East) I?
Ponnappur (East) I has a total population of 1,772, including 876 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in Ponnappur (East) I?
There are 448 households in Ponnappur (East) I.
What is the literacy rate in Ponnappur (East) I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponnappur (East) I is 76.69%. Male literacy is 82.19% and female literacy is 71.32%.