Panangulam - Peravurani, Thanjavur
Panangulam is a village situated in the Peravurani taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peravurani and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Kolakkudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panangulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panangulam is 639199. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.65 hectares and falls under the 614612 pincode. Perumagalur is the nearest town.
Panangulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Panangulam
According to the 2011 Census, Panangulam village had a total population of 296 people, including 143 males and 153 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.23%, with male literacy at 92.74% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 296 | 143 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 115 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 28 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Panangulam
Panangulam 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 Panangulam
Panangulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Panangulam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thanjavur to Panangulam is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panangulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panangulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Panangulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panangulam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panangulam
Where is Panangulam located?
Panangulam village is located in Peravurani Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panangulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Panangulam is Kolakkudi.
What is the pincode of Panangulam?
The pincode of Panangulam is 614612.
What is the population of Panangulam?
Panangulam had a total population of 296, including 143 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Panangulam?
Panangulam had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panangulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panangulam was 85.23%. Male literacy was 92.74% and female literacy was 78.57%.