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 President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ponnappur (East) I village had a total population of 1,772 people, including 876 males and 896 females, living in 448 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.84%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 78.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 197.
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 | 1,772 | 876 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 73 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 108 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,772, including 876 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in Ponnappur (East) I?
Ponnappur (East) I had 448 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponnappur (East) I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponnappur (East) I was 83.84%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 78.12%.