Peringara
Peringara is a village located in Thiruvalla taluka of Pathanamthitta district in Kerala, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Thiruvalla (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Pathanamthitta. As per 2009 stats, Peringara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Peringara unique in its vibrant Thiruvalla-Pathanamthitta region. You’ll see Peringara’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 Peringara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Peringara is 628295. The village spans a total geographical area of 1249 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 689108. Thiruvalla is nearest town to Peringara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Peringara 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 Thiruvalla 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.
Google Map of Peringara
Population of Peringara
According to the 2011 Census, Peringara has a total population of about 14,440, with approximately 6,640 males and 7,800 females. The sex ratio is around 1174 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 978 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 30. The overall literacy rate is approximately 89.26%, with male literacy at about 89.28% and female literacy near 89.24%. There are around 3,744 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Peringara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,440 | 6,640 | 7,800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,192 | 587 | 605 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 978 | 465 | 513 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 12,889 | 5,928 | 6,961 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,551 | 712 | 839 |
Connectivity of Peringara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Peringara. As per the 2011 stats, Peringara 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 Peringara
Knowing the nearby villages of Peringara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Peringara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Peringara
- Where is Peringara located?
- Peringara village is situated in Thiruvalla Taluka, within the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Peringara?
- Peringara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Peringara?
- The pincode of Peringara is 689108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Peringara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Peringara is 14,440, with 6,640 males and 7,800 females.
- How many households are there in Peringara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Peringara village has a total of 3,744 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Peringara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Peringara is 89.26%. The male literacy rate is 89.28%, while the female literacy rate is 89.24%.