Poongulam
About Poongulam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Poongulam village is 630954. Poongulam village is located in Vaniyambadi taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Vaniyambadi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Poongulam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Poongulam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1760.03 hectares. Poongulam has a total population of 8,956 peoples, out of which male population is 4,646 while female population is 4,310. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 927 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of poongulam village is 63.81% out of which 71.07% males and 55.99% females are literate. There are about 2,290 houses in poongulam village. Pincode of poongulam village locality is 635710.
When it comes to administration, Poongulam 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, Poongulam village comes under Vaniyambadi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Vellore Lok Sabha constituency. Alangayam is nearest town to poongulam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Poongulam
The population details of Poongulam 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 | 8,956 | 4,646 | 4,310 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 982 | 578 | 404 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 310 | 151 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 5,715 | 3,302 | 2,413 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,241 | 1,344 | 1,897 |
Connectivity of Poongulam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 26 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Poongulam
Where is Poongulam located?
Poongulam village is situated in Vaniyambadi Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poongulam?
Poongulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Poongulam?
The pincode of Poongulam is 635710, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poongulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poongulam is 8,956, with 4,646 males and 4,310 females.
How many households are there in Poongulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poongulam village has a total of 2,290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poongulam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poongulam is 63.81%. The male literacy rate is 71.07%, while the female literacy rate is 55.99%.