Peruvanthanam - Peerumade, Idukki
Peruvanthanam is a village situated in the Peerumade taluka of Idukki district, Kerala. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peermade and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Painavu. Peruvanthanam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peruvanthanam is 628112. The village covers a total geographical area of 6892 hectares and falls under the 685532 pincode. Mundakayam is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Peruvanthanam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peruvanthanam
According to the 2011 Census, Peruvanthanam village had a total population of 14,093 people, including 6,996 males and 7,097 females, living in 3,424 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.90%, with male literacy at 96.67% and female literacy at 93.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 946, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,093 | 6,996 | 7,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,320 | 666 | 654 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 946 | 481 | 465 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 12,121 | 6,119 | 6,002 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,972 | 877 | 1,095 |
Nearby Villages of Peruvanthanam
Peruvanthanam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Erumeli North | South-West | 5.71 km |
| Kokkayar | North-West | 8.37 km |
| Kollamula | South | 10.81 km |
| Elappara | North | 11.69 km |
| Erumeli South | South-West | 11.72 km |
| Mundakayam | North-West | 12.48 km |
| Perinad (ct) | South | 14.50 km |
| Koottickal | North-West | 14.52 km |
| Periyar | East | 17.54 km |
| Upputhara | North | 19.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peruvanthanam
Peruvanthanam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tiruvalla, while the nearest airport is Willingdon Island Air Base, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.1 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 Mundakayam to Peruvanthanam is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Painavu to Peruvanthanam is about 73 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 Peruvanthanam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peruvanthanam 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 Peruvanthanam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peruvanthanam 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Peruvanthanam
Where is Peruvanthanam located?
Peruvanthanam village is located in Peerumade Taluka, Idukki district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peruvanthanam?
Peruvanthanam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Peruvanthanam?
The pincode of Peruvanthanam is 685532.
What is the population of Peruvanthanam?
Peruvanthanam had a total population of 14,093, including 6,996 males and 7,097 females.
How many households are there in Peruvanthanam?
Peruvanthanam had 3,424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peruvanthanam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peruvanthanam was 94.90%. Male literacy was 96.67% and female literacy was 93.16%.