Punavasal - Thiruvaiyaru, Thanjavur
Punavasal is a village situated in the Thiruvaiyaru taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thiruvaiyaru and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Punavasal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punavasal is 638686. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.96 hectares and falls under the 613103 pincode. Thiruvaiyaru is the nearest town.
Punavasal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thiruvaiyaru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thanjavur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punavasal
According to the 2011 Census, Punavasal village had a total population of 1,962 people, including 988 males and 974 females, living in 515 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.07%, with male literacy at 91.02% and female literacy at 79.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232.
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 | 1,962 | 988 | 974 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 97 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 137 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,533 | 811 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 177 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Punavasal
Punavasal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vilangudi (chief -addl.) | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Thirumazhapadi | West | 3.40 km |
| Karkudi | East | 3.44 km |
| Vaidyanathanpettai | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Thennancheri | East | 3.54 km |
| Thirumanur | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Rayampettai | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Annimangalam | North-West | 4.40 km |
| Kandiratheertham | West | 4.71 km |
| Manjamedu | North | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punavasal
Punavasal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pasupatikovil, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punavasal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punavasal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punavasal
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punavasal
Where is Punavasal located?
Punavasal village is located in Thiruvaiyaru Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punavasal?
Punavasal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punavasal?
The pincode of Punavasal is 613103.
What is the population of Punavasal?
Punavasal had a total population of 1,962, including 988 males and 974 females.
How many households are there in Punavasal?
Punavasal had 515 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punavasal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punavasal was 85.07%. Male literacy was 91.02% and female literacy was 79.25%.