Peerumade - Peerumade, Idukki
Peerumade is a village situated in the Peerumade taluka of Idukki district, Kerala. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peermade and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Painavu. Peerumedu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peerumade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peerumade is 628107. The village covers a total geographical area of 5234 hectares and falls under the 685531 pincode. Kottayam is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Peerumade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peerumade
As per Census 2011, Peerumade village has a total population of 22,213 people, consisting of 11,049 males and 11,164 females. The village has 5,617 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,960 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 18,055 literate and 4,158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8,679 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peerumade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,213 | 11,049 | 11,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,960 | 1,048 | 912 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8,679 | 4,309 | 4,370 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 18,055 | 9,393 | 8,662 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,158 | 1,656 | 2,502 |
Nearby Villages of Peerumade
Peerumade 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 Peerumade
Peerumade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kottayam to Peerumade is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Painavu to Peerumade is about 75 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 Peerumade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peerumade 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 Peerumade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peerumade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Peerumade
Where is Peerumade located?
Peerumade village is located in Peerumade Taluka, Idukki district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peerumade?
The Gram Panchayat of Peerumade is Peerumedu.
What is the pincode of Peerumade?
The pincode of Peerumade is 685531.
What is the population of Peerumade?
Peerumade has a total population of 22,213, including 11,049 males and 11,164 females.
How many households are there in Peerumade?
There are 5,617 households in Peerumade.
What is the literacy rate in Peerumade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peerumade is 81.28%. Male literacy is 85.01% and female literacy is 77.59%.