Punavasal
Punavasal is a village located in Needamangalam taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Needamangalam (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Bharathi Moolankudi is the gram panchayat of Punavasal village.
Here you can discover what makes Punavasal unique in its vibrant Needamangalam-Thiruvarur region. You’ll see Punavasal’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 Punavasal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punavasal is 638172. The village spans a total geographical area of 305.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 610102. Thiruvarur is nearest town to Punavasal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Punavasal 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 Punavasal
Population of Punavasal
According to the 2011 Census, Punavasal has a total population of about 1,320, with approximately 663 males and 657 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 124 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 898 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 67.05%, with male literacy at about 72.55% and female literacy near 61.49%. There are around 354 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punavasal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 885 | 481 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 182 | 253 |
Connectivity of Punavasal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punavasal. As per the 2011 stats, Punavasal 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punavasal
Knowing the nearby villages of Punavasal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punavasal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punavasal
- Where is Punavasal located?
- Punavasal village is situated in Needamangalam Taluka, within the Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punavasal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Punavasal is Bharathi Moolankudi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Punavasal?
- The pincode of Punavasal is 610102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punavasal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punavasal is 1,320, with 663 males and 657 females.
- How many households are there in Punavasal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punavasal village has a total of 354 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punavasal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punavasal is 67.05%. The male literacy rate is 72.55%, while the female literacy rate is 61.49%.