Periya
About Periya
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Periya village is 627139. Periya village is located in Hosdurg taluka of Kasaragod district in Kerala, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Kanhangad (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kasaragod. As per 2009 stats, Pullurperiya is the gram panchayat of Periya village.
The total geographical area of village is 3450 hectares. Periya has a total population of 14,077 peoples, out of which male population is 6,718 while female population is 7,359. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1095 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of periya village is 80.17% out of which 83.13% males and 77.46% females are literate. There are about 3,100 houses in periya village. Pincode of periya village locality is 671316.
When it comes to administration, Periya 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, Periya village comes under Uduma Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kasaragod Lok Sabha constituency. Kanhangad is nearest town to periya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Periya
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,077 | 6,718 | 7,359 |
| Literate Population | 11,285 | 5,585 | 5,700 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,792 | 1,133 | 1,659 |
Connectivity of Periya
| 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 Periya
Where is Periya located?
Periya village is situated in Hosdurg Taluka, within the Kasaragod district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periya?
The Gram Panchayat of Periya is Pullurperiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Periya?
The pincode of Periya is 671316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Periya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periya is 14,077, with 6,718 males and 7,359 females.
How many households are there in Periya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Periya village has a total of 3,100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Periya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periya is 80.17%. The male literacy rate is 83.13%, while the female literacy rate is 77.46%.