Podavur - Srirangam, Tiruchirappalli
Podavur is a village situated in the Srirangam taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srirangam and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Podhavur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podavur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podavur is 635988. The village covers a total geographical area of 441.52 hectares and falls under the 639103 pincode. Tiruchirappalli is the nearest town.
Podavur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srirangam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podavur
As per Census 2011, Podavur village has a total population of 3,146 people, consisting of 1,567 males and 1,579 females. The village has 708 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 411 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,888 literate and 1,258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Podavur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,146 | 1,567 | 1,579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 411 | 201 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 87 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 1,888 | 1,083 | 805 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,258 | 484 | 774 |
Nearby Villages of Podavur
Podavur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Podavur
Podavur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Podavur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Podavur is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podavur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podavur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Podavur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podavur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Podavur
Where is Podavur located?
Podavur village is located in Srirangam Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podavur?
The Gram Panchayat of Podavur is Podhavur.
What is the pincode of Podavur?
The pincode of Podavur is 639103.
What is the population of Podavur?
Podavur has a total population of 3,146, including 1,567 males and 1,579 females.
How many households are there in Podavur?
There are 708 households in Podavur.
What is the literacy rate in Podavur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podavur is 60.01%. Male literacy is 69.11% and female literacy is 50.98%.