Punnakayal
Punnakayal is a village located in Tiruchendur taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Tiruchendur (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Punnakayal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Punnakayal unique in its vibrant Tiruchendur-Thoothukkudi region. You’ll see Punnakayal’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 Punnakayal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punnakayal is 642555. The village spans a total geographical area of 406.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628151. Kayalpattinam is nearest town to Punnakayal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Punnakayal
Population of Punnakayal
According to the 2011 Census, Punnakayal has a total population of about 7,684, with approximately 3,975 males and 3,709 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 909 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 96 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 74.40%, with male literacy at about 73.61% and female literacy near 75.25%. There are around 1,744 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Punnakayal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,684 | 3,975 | 3,709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 909 | 469 | 440 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,717 | 2,926 | 2,791 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,967 | 1,049 | 918 |
Connectivity of Punnakayal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punnakayal. As per the 2011 stats, Punnakayal 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 Punnakayal
Knowing the nearby villages of Punnakayal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punnakayal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punnakayal
- Where is Punnakayal located?
- Punnakayal village is situated in Tiruchendur Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punnakayal?
- Punnakayal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Punnakayal?
- The pincode of Punnakayal is 628151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punnakayal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punnakayal is 7,684, with 3,975 males and 3,709 females.
- How many households are there in Punnakayal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punnakayal village has a total of 1,744 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punnakayal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punnakayal is 74.40%. The male literacy rate is 73.61%, while the female literacy rate is 75.25%.