Piravanthur
Piravanthur is a village located in Pathanapuram taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Punalur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Piravanthur village is also a gram panchayat.
Piravanthur has its own place in the vibrant Kollam 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 Piravanthur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Piravanthur is 628389. The village spans a total geographical area of 6907 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 689696. Punalur is nearest town to Piravanthur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Piravanthur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pathanapuram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Piravanthur
Population of Piravanthur
Below is a concise population overview of Piravanthur 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 | 22,380 | 10,584 | 11,796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,918 | 966 | 952 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,022 | 1,948 | 2,074 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 520 | 253 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 19,033 | 9,108 | 9,925 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,347 | 1,476 | 1,871 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Piravanthur village:
- The total population of Piravanthur village is around 22,380, including approximately 10,584 males and 11,796 females, with a sex ratio of 1114 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,918 children aged 0–6 years in Piravanthur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Piravanthur village has 4,022 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 520 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Piravanthur village is about 85.04%, with male literacy at 86.05% and female literacy at 84.14%.
- There are around 6,217 households in Piravanthur village.
Connectivity of Piravanthur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Piravanthur. As per the 2011 stats, Piravanthur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Piravanthur
Knowing the nearby villages of Piravanthur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Piravanthur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Piravanthur
- Where is Piravanthur located?
- Piravanthur village is situated in Pathanapuram Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Piravanthur?
- Piravanthur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Piravanthur?
- The pincode of Piravanthur is 689696, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Piravanthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Piravanthur is 22,380, with 10,584 males and 11,796 females.
- How many households are there in Piravanthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Piravanthur village has a total of 6,217 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Piravanthur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Piravanthur is 85.04%. The male literacy rate is 86.05%, while the female literacy rate is 84.14%.