Ponkundu

Ponkundu is a village located in Pattukkottai taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Pattukkottai (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Elangadu is the gram panchayat of Ponkundu village.

Ponkundu 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 Ponkundu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponkundu is 639066. The village spans a total geographical area of 40.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614903. Madukkur is nearest town to Ponkundu village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ponkundu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 703 353 350
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 51 26 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 8 6 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 581 311 270
Illiterate Population 122 42 80

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

  • The total population of Ponkundu village is around 703, including approximately 353 males and 350 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Ponkundu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ponkundu village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ponkundu village is about 82.65%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 77.14%.
  • There are around 187 households in Ponkundu village.

Connectivity of Ponkundu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponkundu. As per the 2011 stats, Ponkundu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ponkundu

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

Regunathapuram Vattakudi Ukkadai Vattakudi Athivetti West Athivetti East Elangadu Parasuramanendal Karappankadu Siramelkudi Reguramasamudram Palayeeagraharam

Frequently Asked Questions about Ponkundu

Where is Ponkundu located?
Ponkundu village is situated in Pattukkottai Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponkundu?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponkundu is Elangadu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ponkundu?
The pincode of Ponkundu is 614903, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ponkundu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponkundu is 703, with 353 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Ponkundu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ponkundu village has a total of 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponkundu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponkundu is 82.65%. The male literacy rate is 88.10%, while the female literacy rate is 77.14%.