Puduvadi - Manapparai, Tiruchirappalli
Puduvadi is a village situated in the Manapparai taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manapparai and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Inampuduvadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puduvadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puduvadi is 636087. The village covers a total geographical area of 665.97 hectares and falls under the 621306 pincode. Manapparai is the nearest town.
Puduvadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manapparai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puduvadi
As per Census 2011, Puduvadi village has a total population of 2,008 people, consisting of 986 males and 1,022 females. The village has 448 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,020 literate and 988 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puduvadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,008 | 986 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 141 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 591 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 988 | 395 | 593 |
Nearby Villages of Puduvadi
Puduvadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manakadu Rf | North-East | 0.70 km |
| Nadupatti | North | 3.41 km |
| Ayyalur | West | 4.43 km |
| Ponnambalapatti | North-East | 4.73 km |
| Sengakaradu Rf | East | 5.48 km |
| Panjanthangi (rf) | South | 6.02 km |
| Thanner Karadu R.f. | South-West | 6.40 km |
| Mungil Karadu R.f. | North-West | 6.51 km |
| Sukkampatti | North-West | 6.55 km |
| Semmalai Rf | North-East | 6.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puduvadi
Puduvadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kalpattichatram, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Puduvadi is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puduvadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puduvadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puduvadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puduvadi 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 Puduvadi
Where is Puduvadi located?
Puduvadi village is located in Manapparai Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puduvadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Puduvadi is Inampuduvadi.
What is the pincode of Puduvadi?
The pincode of Puduvadi is 621306.
What is the population of Puduvadi?
Puduvadi has a total population of 2,008, including 986 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Puduvadi?
There are 448 households in Puduvadi.
What is the literacy rate in Puduvadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puduvadi is 50.80%. Male literacy is 59.94% and female literacy is 41.98%.