Pothundy is located in Palakkad District of Kerala and is on the way to Nelliyampathy Hills from Palakkad town. Palakkad is 38 km north of Pothundy.
The place is famous for a dam and park named Pothundy Dam, an ideal spot for one-day trips and picnics. Surrounding places include
Nemmara, Padagiri,
Kilakkettara and
Kollengode.