Peralam
About Peralam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Peralam village is 627178. Peralam village is located in Taliparamba taluka of Kannur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Taliparamba (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Kannur. As per 2009 stats, Karivellur Peralam is the gram panchayat of Peralam village.
The total geographical area of village is 1092 hectares. Peralam has a total population of 7,607 peoples, out of which male population is 3,548 while female population is 4,059. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1144 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of peralam village is 85.59% out of which 88.36% males and 83.17% females are literate. There are about 1,947 houses in peralam village. Pincode of peralam village locality is 670521.
When it comes to administration, Peralam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Peralam village comes under Payyannur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kasaragod Lok Sabha constituency. Payyannur is nearest town to peralam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Peralam
The population details of Peralam 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 | 7,607 | 3,548 | 4,059 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 652 | 322 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 391 | 190 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 6,511 | 3,135 | 3,376 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,096 | 413 | 683 |
Connectivity of Peralam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Peralam
Where is Peralam located?
Peralam village is situated in Taliparamba Taluka, within the Kannur district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peralam?
The Gram Panchayat of Peralam is Karivellur Peralam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Peralam?
The pincode of Peralam is 670521, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Peralam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Peralam is 7,607, with 3,548 males and 4,059 females.
How many households are there in Peralam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Peralam village has a total of 1,947 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peralam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Peralam is 85.59%. The male literacy rate is 88.36%, while the female literacy rate is 83.17%.