Pungamuthur
Pungamuthur is a village located in Udumalaipettai taluka of Tiruppur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Udumalaipettai (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Tiruppur. As per 2009 stats, Pungamuthur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pungamuthur unique in its vibrant Udumalaipettai-Tiruppur region. You’ll see Pungamuthur’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 Pungamuthur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pungamuthur is 644835. The village spans a total geographical area of 866.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 642207. Dhali is nearest town to Pungamuthur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pungamuthur
Population of Pungamuthur
According to the 2011 Census, Pungamuthur has a total population of about 4,670, with approximately 2,388 males and 2,282 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 297 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,225 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.65%, with male literacy at about 73.07% and female literacy near 55.83%. There are around 1,368 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pungamuthur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,670 | 2,388 | 2,282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 159 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,225 | 611 | 614 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,019 | 1,745 | 1,274 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,651 | 643 | 1,008 |
Connectivity of Pungamuthur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pungamuthur. As per the 2011 stats, Pungamuthur 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 Pungamuthur
Knowing the nearby villages of Pungamuthur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pungamuthur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pungamuthur
- Where is Pungamuthur located?
- Pungamuthur village is situated in Udumalaipettai Taluka, within the Tiruppur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pungamuthur?
- Pungamuthur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pungamuthur?
- The pincode of Pungamuthur is 642207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pungamuthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pungamuthur is 4,670, with 2,388 males and 2,282 females.
- How many households are there in Pungamuthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pungamuthur village has a total of 1,368 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pungamuthur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pungamuthur is 64.65%. The male literacy rate is 73.07%, while the female literacy rate is 55.83%.