Punavasal East - Pattukkottai, Thanjavur
Punavasal East is a village situated in the Pattukkottai taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pattukkottai and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Punavasal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punavasal East village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punavasal East is 639037. The village covers a total geographical area of 491.83 hectares and falls under the 614803 pincode. Peravurani is the nearest town.
Punavasal East village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Peravurani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thanjavur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punavasal East
As per Census 2011, Punavasal East village has a total population of 3,107 people, consisting of 1,520 males and 1,587 females. The village has 768 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,188 literate and 919 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punavasal East are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,107 | 1,520 | 1,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 150 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 161 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 2,188 | 1,205 | 983 |
| Illiterate Population | 919 | 315 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Punavasal East
Punavasal East is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Thuravikkadu | West | 2.08 km |
| Madampattavur | East | 2.12 km |
| Poovalur | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Ottankadu | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Kurichi | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Tiruchitrambalam East | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Eduthanivayal | East | 3.47 km |
| Kalluranikkadu | South | 3.47 km |
| Ennaivayal | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Madathikkadu | West | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punavasal East
Punavasal East is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Atirampattinam, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thanjavur to Punavasal East is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punavasal East
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punavasal East village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punavasal East
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punavasal East village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punavasal East
Where is Punavasal East located?
Punavasal East village is located in Pattukkottai Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punavasal East?
The Gram Panchayat of Punavasal East is Punavasal.
What is the pincode of Punavasal East?
The pincode of Punavasal East is 614803.
What is the population of Punavasal East?
Punavasal East has a total population of 3,107, including 1,520 males and 1,587 females.
How many households are there in Punavasal East?
There are 768 households in Punavasal East.
What is the literacy rate in Punavasal East?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punavasal East is 70.42%. Male literacy is 79.28% and female literacy is 61.94%.