Ponnappur

Ponnappur is a village located in Orathanadu taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Orathanadu (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Ponnappur West is the gram panchayat of Ponnappur village.

Ponnappur has its own place in the vibrant Thanjavur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Ponnappur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponnappur is 638868. The village spans a total geographical area of 537.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614890. Orathanadu is nearest town to Ponnappur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ponnappur

Below is a concise population overview of Ponnappur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,730 793 937
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 143 72 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) 323 146 177
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,216 623 593
Illiterate Population 514 170 344

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ponnappur village:

  • The total population of Ponnappur village is around 1,730, including approximately 793 males and 937 females, with a sex ratio of 1181 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 143 children aged 0–6 years in Ponnappur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ponnappur village has 323 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ponnappur village is about 70.29%, with male literacy at 78.56% and female literacy at 63.29%.
  • There are around 452 households in Ponnappur village.

Connectivity of Ponnappur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponnappur. As per the 2011 stats, Ponnappur 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 Ponnappur

Knowing the nearby villages of Ponnappur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponnappur.

Karukkakottai Panjanathikottai Alivoikkal Paruthikottai Paruthiapparkovil Thalayamangalam Kulamangalam Kavarapattu Okkanadukeelayur Okkanadumelayur

Frequently Asked Questions about Ponnappur

Where is Ponnappur located?
Ponnappur village is situated in Orathanadu Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponnappur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponnappur is Ponnappur West (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ponnappur?
The pincode of Ponnappur is 614890, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ponnappur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponnappur is 1,730, with 793 males and 937 females.
How many households are there in Ponnappur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ponnappur village has a total of 452 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponnappur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponnappur is 70.29%. The male literacy rate is 78.56%, while the female literacy rate is 63.29%.