Ponnambalam

Ponnambalam is a village located in Arcot taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arcot are the district & sub-district headquarters of Ponnambalam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Aroor is the gram panchayat of Ponnambalam village.

Here you can discover what makes Ponnambalam unique in its vibrant Arcot-Vellore region. You’ll see Ponnambalam’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 Ponnambalam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponnambalam is 630787. The village spans a total geographical area of 289.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632318. Kalavai is nearest town to Ponnambalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Ponnambalam 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 Arcot Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Ponnambalam

According to the 2011 Census, Ponnambalam has a total population of about 1,046, with approximately 502 males and 544 females. The sex ratio is around 1083 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 34 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.27%, with male literacy at about 67.33% and female literacy near 47.98%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponnambalam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,046 502 544
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 129 62 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) 34 18 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 599 338 261
Illiterate Population 447 164 283

Connectivity of Ponnambalam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponnambalam. As per the 2011 stats, Ponnambalam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 1 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 44 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ponnambalam

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ponnambalam

Where is Ponnambalam located?
Ponnambalam village is situated in Arcot Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponnambalam?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponnambalam is Aroor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ponnambalam?
The pincode of Ponnambalam is 632318, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ponnambalam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponnambalam is 1,046, with 502 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Ponnambalam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ponnambalam village has a total of 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponnambalam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponnambalam is 57.27%. The male literacy rate is 67.33%, while the female literacy rate is 47.98%.