Poongodu

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

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poongodu is 630698. The village spans a total geographical area of 92.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632503. Arcot is nearest town to Poongodu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

When it comes to local governance, Poongodu 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 Poongodu

According to the 2011 Census, Poongodu has a total population of about 349, with approximately 205 males and 144 females. The sex ratio is around 702 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 31 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.66%, with male literacy at about 86.83% and female literacy near 69.44%. There are around 82 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poongodu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 349 205 144
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 15 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 78 50 28
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 25 11 14
Literate Population 278 178 100
Illiterate Population 71 27 44

Connectivity of Poongodu

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Poongodu

Where is Poongodu located?
Poongodu village is situated in Arcot Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poongodu?
The Gram Panchayat of Poongodu is Muppathuvetti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Poongodu?
The pincode of Poongodu is 632503, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poongodu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poongodu is 349, with 205 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Poongodu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poongodu village has a total of 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poongodu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poongodu is 79.66%. The male literacy rate is 86.83%, while the female literacy rate is 69.44%.