Piravanthur - Pathanapuram, Kollam
Piravanthur is a village situated in the Pathanapuram taluka of Kollam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punalur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kollam. Piravanthur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piravanthur is 628389. The village covers a total geographical area of 6907 hectares and falls under the 689696 pincode. Punalur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Piravanthur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathanapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mavelikkara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piravanthur
As per Census 2011, Piravanthur village has a total population of 22,380 people, consisting of 10,584 males and 11,796 females. The village has 6,217 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,918 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19,033 literate and 3,347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,022 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 520 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piravanthur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Piravanthur
Piravanthur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Piravanthur
Piravanthur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Piravanthur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punalur to Piravanthur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kollam to Piravanthur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piravanthur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piravanthur 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 Piravanthur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piravanthur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Piravanthur
Where is Piravanthur located?
Piravanthur village is located in Pathanapuram Taluka, Kollam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piravanthur?
Piravanthur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piravanthur?
The pincode of Piravanthur is 689696.
What is the population of Piravanthur?
Piravanthur has a total population of 22,380, including 10,584 males and 11,796 females.
How many households are there in Piravanthur?
There are 6,217 households in Piravanthur.
What is the literacy rate in Piravanthur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piravanthur is 85.04%. Male literacy is 86.05% and female literacy is 84.14%.