Ponnankuppam

Ponnankuppam is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Ponnankuppam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Ponnankuppam village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Ponnankuppam unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Ponnankuppam’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 Ponnankuppam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponnankuppam is 632480. The village spans a total geographical area of 237.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 605201. Anadhapuram is nearest town to Ponnankuppam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Ponnankuppam

According to the 2011 Census, Ponnankuppam has a total population of about 2,596, with approximately 1,322 males and 1,274 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 307 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 124. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.29%, with male literacy at about 70.42% and female literacy near 55.89%. There are around 581 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponnankuppam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,596 1,322 1,274
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 307 161 146
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 1 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 124 65 59
Literate Population 1,643 931 712
Illiterate Population 953 391 562

Connectivity of Ponnankuppam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponnankuppam. As per the 2011 stats, Ponnankuppam 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 20 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ponnankuppam

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ponnankuppam

Where is Ponnankuppam located?
Ponnankuppam village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponnankuppam?
Ponnankuppam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ponnankuppam?
The pincode of Ponnankuppam is 605201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ponnankuppam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponnankuppam is 2,596, with 1,322 males and 1,274 females.
How many households are there in Ponnankuppam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ponnankuppam village has a total of 581 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponnankuppam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponnankuppam is 63.29%. The male literacy rate is 70.42%, while the female literacy rate is 55.89%.