Peringanadu

Peringanadu is a village located in Adoor taluka of Pathanamthitta district in Kerala, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Adoor (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Pathanamthitta. As per 2009 stats, Pallickal is the gram panchayat of Peringanadu village.

Here you can discover what makes Peringanadu unique in its vibrant Adoor-Pathanamthitta region. You’ll see Peringanadu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Peringanadu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Peringanadu is 628353. The village spans a total geographical area of 1894 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 691551. Adoor is nearest town to Peringanadu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

When it comes to local governance, Peringanadu 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 Adoor Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Pathanamthitta Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Peringanadu

According to the 2011 Census, Peringanadu has a total population of about 20,638, with approximately 9,642 males and 10,996 females. The sex ratio is around 1140 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,686 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,156 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 36. The overall literacy rate is approximately 86.28%, with male literacy at about 86.95% and female literacy near 85.69%. There are around 5,581 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Peringanadu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 20,638 9,642 10,996
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,686 847 839
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4,156 2,003 2,153
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 36 18 18
Literate Population 17,807 8,384 9,423
Illiterate Population 2,831 1,258 1,573

Connectivity of Peringanadu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Peringanadu. As per the 2011 stats, Peringanadu 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Peringanadu

Knowing the nearby villages of Peringanadu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Peringanadu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Peringanadu

Where is Peringanadu located?
Peringanadu village is situated in Adoor Taluka, within the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peringanadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Peringanadu is Pallickal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Peringanadu?
The pincode of Peringanadu is 691551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Peringanadu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Peringanadu is 20,638, with 9,642 males and 10,996 females.
How many households are there in Peringanadu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Peringanadu village has a total of 5,581 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peringanadu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Peringanadu is 86.28%. The male literacy rate is 86.95%, while the female literacy rate is 85.69%.