Punavasal - Koothanallur, Thiruvarur
Punavasal is a village situated in the Koothanallur taluka of Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 33 km from Needamangalam and around 6 km from Thiruvarur. Bharathi Moolankudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punavasal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punavasal is 638172. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.54 hectares and falls under the 610206 pincode. Thiruvarur 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 Thiruvarur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punavasal
According to the 2011 Census, Punavasal village had a total population of 1,320 people, including 663 males and 657 females, living in 354 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.00%, with male literacy at 80.43% and female literacy at 67.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 898.
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 | 1,320 | 663 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 898 | 449 | 449 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 885 | 481 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 182 | 253 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vengaramberaiyur | West | 1.60 km |
| Poonthalangudi | East | 1.63 km |
| Ohaiperaiyur | South | 1.65 km |
| Kalyanamahadevi | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Kamalapuram | North | 2.26 km |
| Erukattur | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Sithanakudi | West | 2.74 km |
| Harichandrapuram | South | 2.86 km |
| Vadapathimangalam | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Keelamanali | East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punavasal
Public transport in the Punavasal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kulikarai, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thiruvarur to Punavasal is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Punavasal
Where is Punavasal located?
Punavasal village is located in Koothanallur Taluka, Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punavasal?
The Gram Panchayat of Punavasal is Bharathi Moolankudi.
What is the pincode of Punavasal?
The pincode of Punavasal is 610206.
What is the population of Punavasal?
Punavasal had a total population of 1,320, including 663 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Punavasal?
Punavasal had 354 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punavasal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punavasal was 74.00%. Male literacy was 80.43% and female literacy was 67.56%.