Perur - Ramagiri, Sri Sathya Sai
Perur is a village situated in the Ramagiri mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Ramagiri and around 72 km from Anantapur. Perur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Perur is 595319. The village covers a total geographical area of 5359 hectares and falls under the 515621 pincode. Dharmavaram is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Perur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Perur
As per Census 2011, Perur village has a total population of 7,234 people, consisting of 3,652 males and 3,582 females. The village has 1,752 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 846 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,922 literate and 3,312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Perur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,234 | 3,652 | 3,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 846 | 438 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,205 | 621 | 584 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 3,922 | 2,276 | 1,646 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,312 | 1,376 | 1,936 |
Nearby Villages of Perur
Perur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Makkinavaripalle | South | 4.04 km |
| Konetinayanipalyam | North | 5.09 km |
| Chennampalle | West | 5.74 km |
| Kondapuram | South | 6.02 km |
| Kyathaganacherlu | South-East | 6.27 km |
| Kurakulapalle | South-West | 7.56 km |
| Nasanakota | East | 8.26 km |
| Ralla Anantapuram | North-West | 9.40 km |
| Narasampalle | North-East | 9.45 km |
| Vollur | South-East | 9.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Perur
Perur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Nagasamudram, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharmavaram to Perur is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Perur is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Perur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Perur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Perur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Perur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Perur
Where is Perur located?
Perur village is located in Ramagiri Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Perur?
Perur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Perur?
The pincode of Perur is 515621.
What is the population of Perur?
Perur has a total population of 7,234, including 3,652 males and 3,582 females.
How many households are there in Perur?
There are 1,752 households in Perur.
What is the literacy rate in Perur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Perur is 54.22%. Male literacy is 62.32% and female literacy is 45.95%.