Poongunam
Poongunam is a village located in Vandavasi taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Vandavasi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Poongunam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Poongunam village is also a gram panchayat.
Poongunam has its own place in the vibrant Tiruvannamalai 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 Poongunam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poongunam is 631624. The village spans a total geographical area of 273.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604501. Chetpet is nearest town to Poongunam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Poongunam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vandavasi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Poongunam
Population of Poongunam
Below is a concise population overview of Poongunam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 648 | 319 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 240 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 79 | 165 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Poongunam village:
- The total population of Poongunam village is around 648, including approximately 319 males and 329 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Poongunam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Poongunam village has 71 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 26 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Poongunam village is about 62.35%, with male literacy at 75.24% and female literacy at 49.85%.
- There are around 172 households in Poongunam village.
Connectivity of Poongunam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poongunam. As per the 2011 stats, Poongunam 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 60 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poongunam
Knowing the nearby villages of Poongunam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poongunam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poongunam
- Where is Poongunam located?
- Poongunam village is situated in Vandavasi Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poongunam?
- Poongunam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Poongunam?
- The pincode of Poongunam is 604501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poongunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poongunam is 648, with 319 males and 329 females.
- How many households are there in Poongunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poongunam village has a total of 172 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poongunam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poongunam is 62.35%. The male literacy rate is 75.24%, while the female literacy rate is 49.85%.