Periyar
Periyar is a village located in Peerumade taluka of Idukki district in Kerala, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Peermade (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Painavu. As per 2009 stats, Vandiperiyar is the gram panchayat of Periyar village.
Periyar has its own place in the vibrant Idukki region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Periyar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periyar is 628109. The village spans a total geographical area of 5098 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 685533. Kambum is nearest town to Periyar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Periyar
Population of Periyar
Below is a concise population overview of Periyar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,978 | 11,397 | 11,581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,156 | 1,107 | 1,049 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7,629 | 3,765 | 3,864 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 373 | 203 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 17,988 | 9,430 | 8,558 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,990 | 1,967 | 3,023 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Periyar village:
- The total population of Periyar village is around 22,978, including approximately 11,397 males and 11,581 females, with a sex ratio of 1016 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,156 children aged 0–6 years in Periyar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Periyar village has 7,629 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 373 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Periyar village is about 78.28%, with male literacy at 82.74% and female literacy at 73.90%.
- There are around 5,749 households in Periyar village.
Connectivity of Periyar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periyar. As per the 2011 stats, Periyar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Periyar
Knowing the nearby villages of Periyar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periyar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periyar
- Where is Periyar located?
- Periyar village is situated in Peerumade Taluka, within the Idukki district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periyar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Periyar is Vandiperiyar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Periyar?
- The pincode of Periyar is 685533, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periyar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyar is 22,978, with 11,397 males and 11,581 females.
- How many households are there in Periyar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periyar village has a total of 5,749 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periyar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyar is 78.28%. The male literacy rate is 82.74%, while the female literacy rate is 73.90%.