Pennagar
Pennagar is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Pennagar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Pennegar is the gram panchayat of Pennagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Pennagar unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Pennagar’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 Pennagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pennagar is 632331. The village spans a total geographical area of 630.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604210. Gingee is nearest town to Pennagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Pennagar
Population of Pennagar
According to the 2011 Census, Pennagar has a total population of about 1,929, with approximately 970 males and 959 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 279 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 63. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.84%, with male literacy at about 77.32% and female literacy near 60.27%. There are around 501 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pennagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,929 | 970 | 959 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 81 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 133 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,328 | 750 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 220 | 381 |
Connectivity of Pennagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pennagar. As per the 2011 stats, Pennagar 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 39 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pennagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Pennagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pennagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pennagar
- Where is Pennagar located?
- Pennagar village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pennagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pennagar is Pennegar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pennagar?
- The pincode of Pennagar is 604210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pennagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pennagar is 1,929, with 970 males and 959 females.
- How many households are there in Pennagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pennagar village has a total of 501 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pennagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pennagar is 68.84%. The male literacy rate is 77.32%, while the female literacy rate is 60.27%.