Pungavarnatham
Pungavarnatham is a village located in Ettayapuram taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Ettayapuram (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Pungavarnatham village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pungavarnatham unique in its vibrant Ettayapuram-Thoothukkudi region. You’ll see Pungavarnatham’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 Pungavarnatham
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pungavarnatham is 642296. The village spans a total geographical area of 1191.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628908. Ettayapuram is nearest town to Pungavarnatham village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pungavarnatham
Population of Pungavarnatham
According to the 2011 Census, Pungavarnatham has a total population of about 1,176, with approximately 554 males and 622 females. The sex ratio is around 1122 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 333 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 67.35%, with male literacy at about 78.34% and female literacy near 57.56%. There are around 400 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pungavarnatham's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,176 | 554 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 157 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 792 | 434 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 120 | 264 |
Connectivity of Pungavarnatham
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pungavarnatham. As per the 2011 stats, Pungavarnatham 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pungavarnatham
Knowing the nearby villages of Pungavarnatham helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pungavarnatham.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pungavarnatham
- Where is Pungavarnatham located?
- Pungavarnatham village is situated in Ettayapuram Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pungavarnatham?
- Pungavarnatham serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pungavarnatham?
- The pincode of Pungavarnatham is 628908, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pungavarnatham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pungavarnatham is 1,176, with 554 males and 622 females.
- How many households are there in Pungavarnatham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pungavarnatham village has a total of 400 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pungavarnatham as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pungavarnatham is 67.35%. The male literacy rate is 78.34%, while the female literacy rate is 57.56%.