Ponnappanthangal
Ponnappanthangal is a village located in Wallajah taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Wallajah are the district & sub-district headquarters of Ponnappanthangal village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Ponnappanthangal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ponnappanthangal unique in its vibrant Wallajah-Vellore region. You’ll see Ponnappanthangal’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 Ponnappanthangal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponnappanthangal is 630506. The village spans a total geographical area of 335.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632509. Wallajah is nearest town to Ponnappanthangal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ponnappanthangal 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 Sholingur 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.
Google Map of Ponnappanthangal
Population of Ponnappanthangal
According to the 2011 Census, Ponnappanthangal has a total population of about 545, with approximately 272 males and 273 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 51 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 76 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 60.37%, with male literacy at about 71.69% and female literacy near 49.08%. There are around 143 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponnappanthangal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 545 | 272 | 273 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 329 | 195 | 134 |
Illiterate Population | 216 | 77 | 139 |
Connectivity of Ponnappanthangal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponnappanthangal. As per the 2011 stats, Ponnappanthangal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 2 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ponnappanthangal
Knowing the nearby villages of Ponnappanthangal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponnappanthangal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponnappanthangal
- Where is Ponnappanthangal located?
- Ponnappanthangal village is situated in Wallajah Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ponnappanthangal?
- Ponnappanthangal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ponnappanthangal?
- The pincode of Ponnappanthangal is 632509, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ponnappanthangal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponnappanthangal is 545, with 272 males and 273 females.
- How many households are there in Ponnappanthangal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ponnappanthangal village has a total of 143 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ponnappanthangal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponnappanthangal is 60.37%. The male literacy rate is 71.69%, while the female literacy rate is 49.08%.