Ponpadi
Ponpadi is a village located in Tiruttani taluka of Thiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, India. Thiruvallur and Tiruttani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Ponpadi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Ponpadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Ponpadi has its own place in the vibrant Thiruvallur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ponpadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponpadi is 628880. The village spans a total geographical area of 825.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631212. Tiruttani is nearest town to Ponpadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ponpadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tiruttani Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Ponpadi
Below is a concise population overview of Ponpadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,145 | 1,066 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 118 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,209 | 601 | 608 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 1,352 | 826 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 793 | 240 | 553 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ponpadi village:
- The total population of Ponpadi village is around 2,145, including approximately 1,066 males and 1,079 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 253 children aged 0–6 years in Ponpadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ponpadi village has 1,209 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 141 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ponpadi village is about 63.03%, with male literacy at 77.49% and female literacy at 48.75%.
- There are around 550 households in Ponpadi village.
Connectivity of Ponpadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponpadi. As per the 2011 stats, Ponpadi 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 8 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ponpadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Ponpadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponpadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponpadi
- Where is Ponpadi located?
- Ponpadi village is situated in Tiruttani Taluka, within the Thiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ponpadi?
- Ponpadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ponpadi?
- The pincode of Ponpadi is 631212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ponpadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponpadi is 2,145, with 1,066 males and 1,079 females.
- How many households are there in Ponpadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ponpadi village has a total of 550 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ponpadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponpadi is 63.03%. The male literacy rate is 77.49%, while the female literacy rate is 48.75%.