Poondi
Poondi is a village located in Wallajah taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Wallajah are the district & sub-district headquarters of Poondi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Poondi village is also a gram panchayat.
Poondi has its own place in the vibrant Vellore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Poondi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poondi is 630532. The village spans a total geographical area of 624.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632513. Wallajah is nearest town to Poondi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Poondi 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 Ranipet 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 Poondi
Population of Poondi
Below is a concise population overview of Poondi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,671 | 1,327 | 1,344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 168 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 139 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,712 | 1,003 | 709 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 324 | 635 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Poondi village:
- The total population of Poondi village is around 2,671, including approximately 1,327 males and 1,344 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 327 children aged 0–6 years in Poondi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Poondi village has 279 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Poondi village is about 64.10%, with male literacy at 75.58% and female literacy at 52.75%.
- There are around 665 households in Poondi village.
Connectivity of Poondi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poondi. As per the 2011 stats, Poondi 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 13 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poondi
Knowing the nearby villages of Poondi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poondi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poondi
- Where is Poondi located?
- Poondi village is situated in Wallajah Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poondi?
- Poondi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Poondi?
- The pincode of Poondi is 632513, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poondi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poondi is 2,671, with 1,327 males and 1,344 females.
- How many households are there in Poondi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poondi village has a total of 665 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poondi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poondi is 64.10%. The male literacy rate is 75.58%, while the female literacy rate is 52.75%.