Ponnaram - Chennur, Mancherial
Ponnaram is a village situated in the Chennur mandal of Mancherial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 18 km from Chennur and around 228 km from Adilabad. Chakepalle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ponnaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ponnaram is 570681. The village covers a total geographical area of 405 hectares and falls under the 504201 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Ponnaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ponnaram
As per Census 2011, Ponnaram village has a total population of 521 people, consisting of 295 males and 226 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 766 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 362 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ponnaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 521 | 295 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 362 | 199 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 120 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 175 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Ponnaram
Ponnaram is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ponnaram
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ponnaram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mancherial to Ponnaram is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Ponnaram is about 228 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ponnaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponnaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ponnaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponnaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ponnaram
Where is Ponnaram located?
Ponnaram village is located in Chennur Mandal, Mancherial district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponnaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponnaram is Chakepalle.
What is the pincode of Ponnaram?
The pincode of Ponnaram is 504201.
What is the population of Ponnaram?
Ponnaram has a total population of 521, including 295 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Ponnaram?
There are 140 households in Ponnaram.
What is the literacy rate in Ponnaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponnaram is 42.80%. Male literacy is 40.68% and female literacy is 45.58%.