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.
Here you can discover what makes Ponkundu unique in its vibrant Pattukkottai-Thanjavur region. You’ll see Ponkundu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Ponkundu
Population of Ponkundu
According to the 2011 Census, Ponkundu has a total population of about 703, with approximately 353 males and 350 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 51 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.65%, with male literacy at about 88.10% and female literacy near 77.14%. There are around 187 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponkundu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.