Periyar
About Periyar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Periyar village is 628109. Periyar village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 5098 hectares. Periyar has a total population of 22,978 peoples, out of which male population is 11,397 while female population is 11,581. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1016 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of periyar village is 78.28% out of which 82.74% males and 73.90% females are literate. There are about 5,749 houses in periyar village. Pincode of periyar village locality is 685533.
Kambum is nearest town to periyar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Periyar
The population details of Periyar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,978 | 11,397 | 11,581 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,156 | 1,107 | 1,049 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 7,629 | 3,765 | 3,864 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 373 | 203 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 17,988 | 9,430 | 8,558 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,990 | 1,967 | 3,023 |
Connectivity of Periyar
| 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 |
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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%.