Pondavakkam

Pondavakkam is a village located in Gummidipoondi taluka of Thiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, India. Thiruvallur and Gummidipoondi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Pondavakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Pondavakkam village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Pondavakkam unique in its vibrant Gummidipoondi-Thiruvallur region. You’ll see Pondavakkam’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 Pondavakkam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pondavakkam is 628571. The village spans a total geographical area of 558.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 601202. Gummidipoondi is nearest town to Pondavakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Pondavakkam

According to the 2011 Census, Pondavakkam has a total population of about 1,556, with approximately 749 males and 807 females. The sex ratio is around 1077 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,009 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 165. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.83%, with male literacy at about 60.08% and female literacy near 46.10%. There are around 401 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pondavakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,556 749 807
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 172 84 88
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,009 497 512
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 165 80 85
Literate Population 822 450 372
Illiterate Population 734 299 435

Connectivity of Pondavakkam

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 20 km distance

Nearby Villages of Pondavakkam

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Pondavakkam

Where is Pondavakkam located?
Pondavakkam village is situated in Gummidipoondi Taluka, within the Thiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pondavakkam?
Pondavakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pondavakkam?
The pincode of Pondavakkam is 601202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pondavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pondavakkam is 1,556, with 749 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Pondavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pondavakkam village has a total of 401 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pondavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pondavakkam is 52.83%. The male literacy rate is 60.08%, while the female literacy rate is 46.10%.