Poonthalangudi
Poonthalangudi is a village located in Needamangalam taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Needamangalam (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Poonthalangudi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Poonthalangudi unique in its vibrant Needamangalam-Thiruvarur region. You’ll see Poonthalangudi’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 Poonthalangudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poonthalangudi is 638173. The village spans a total geographical area of 285.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 610102. Thiruvarur is nearest town to Poonthalangudi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Poonthalangudi 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 Thiruvarur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Poonthalangudi
Population of Poonthalangudi
According to the 2011 Census, Poonthalangudi has a total population of about 896, with approximately 445 males and 451 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 739 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.18%, with male literacy at about 73.48% and female literacy near 58.98%. There are around 224 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poonthalangudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 896 | 445 | 451 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 739 | 365 | 374 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 593 | 327 | 266 |
Illiterate Population | 303 | 118 | 185 |
Connectivity of Poonthalangudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poonthalangudi. As per the 2011 stats, Poonthalangudi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poonthalangudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Poonthalangudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poonthalangudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poonthalangudi
- Where is Poonthalangudi located?
- Poonthalangudi village is situated in Needamangalam Taluka, within the Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poonthalangudi?
- Poonthalangudi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Poonthalangudi?
- The pincode of Poonthalangudi is 610102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poonthalangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poonthalangudi is 896, with 445 males and 451 females.
- How many households are there in Poonthalangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poonthalangudi village has a total of 224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poonthalangudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poonthalangudi is 66.18%. The male literacy rate is 73.48%, while the female literacy rate is 58.98%.