Pongalur

Pongalur is a village located in Avanashi taluka of Tiruppur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Avanashi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Tiruppur. As per 2009 stats, Pongalur village is also a gram panchayat.

Pongalur has its own place in the vibrant Tiruppur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pongalur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pongalur is 644737. The village spans a total geographical area of 1169.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 638459. Punjaipuliampatti is nearest town to Pongalur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Pongalur

Below is a concise population overview of Pongalur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,550 2,198 2,352
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 337 166 171
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,188 554 634
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,891 1,528 1,363
Illiterate Population 1,659 670 989

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pongalur village:

  • The total population of Pongalur village is around 4,550, including approximately 2,198 males and 2,352 females, with a sex ratio of 1070 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 337 children aged 0–6 years in Pongalur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pongalur village has 1,188 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pongalur village is about 63.54%, with male literacy at 69.52% and female literacy at 57.95%.
  • There are around 1,198 households in Pongalur village.

Connectivity of Pongalur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pongalur. As per the 2011 stats, Pongalur 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 Pongalur

Knowing the nearby villages of Pongalur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pongalur.

Anaipalayam Pallavarayanpalayam Agrahara Kathaganni Ichipalayam Sircar Kathaganni Alathur Mangarasavalayapalayam Kuttagam Pothampalayam Pulipar Thathanur

Frequently Asked Questions about Pongalur

Where is Pongalur located?
Pongalur village is situated in Avanashi Taluka, within the Tiruppur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pongalur?
Pongalur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pongalur?
The pincode of Pongalur is 638459, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pongalur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pongalur is 4,550, with 2,198 males and 2,352 females.
How many households are there in Pongalur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pongalur village has a total of 1,198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pongalur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pongalur is 63.54%. The male literacy rate is 69.52%, while the female literacy rate is 57.95%.