Punkunnam is one of the most prominent localities of Thrissur that is set to see high growth and development in the coming times. It is home to many temples such as Punkunnam Siva Temple, Punkunnam Seetha Ramaswamy Temple, Kuttankulangara Sri Krishna Temple and Sri Sankarankulangara Temple. There is also a well-known Christian Church and the area is a beautiful example of communal harmony. It is a manufacturing and industrial hub as well what with the famous Sitaram Textiles situated here along with the headquarters of Kalyan Jewelers. The Poonkunnam Railway Station is the nearest railways station and the Pushpagiri Agraharam Road passes through it. As for facilities and recreation avenues, you can easily locate bank branches, ATMs, hospitals, petrol pumps, shops, educational institutes and schools.