Poongunam
About Poongunam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Poongunam village is 631624. Poongunam village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 273.27 hectares. Poongunam has a total population of 648 peoples, out of which male population is 319 while female population is 329. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1031 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of poongunam village is 62.35% out of which 75.24% males and 49.85% females are literate. There are about 172 houses in poongunam village. Pincode of poongunam village locality is 604501.
When it comes to administration, Poongunam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Poongunam village comes under Vandavasi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Arani Lok Sabha constituency. Chetpet is nearest town to poongunam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Poongunam
The population details of Poongunam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 648 | 319 | 329 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 240 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 79 | 165 |
Connectivity of Poongunam
| 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 |
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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%.