Peringamala - Nedumangad, Thiruvananthapuram
Peringamala is a village situated in the Nedumangad taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nedumangad and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram. Nanniyode serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peringamala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peringamala is 628483. The village covers a total geographical area of 14004 hectares and falls under the 695563 pincode. Nedumangad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Peringamala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nedumangad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Attingal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Peringamala
As per Census 2011, Peringamala village has a total population of 19,164 people, consisting of 8,918 males and 10,246 females. The village has 5,201 households and a sex ratio of 1,148 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,950 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,767 literate and 3,397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,771 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,201 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peringamala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,164 | 8,918 | 10,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,950 | 995 | 955 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,771 | 1,274 | 1,497 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,201 | 582 | 619 |
| Literate Population | 15,767 | 7,515 | 8,252 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,397 | 1,403 | 1,994 |
Nearby Villages of Peringamala
Peringamala 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 Peringamala
Peringamala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nedumangad to Peringamala is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thiruvananthapuram to Peringamala is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peringamala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peringamala 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 Peringamala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peringamala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Peringamala
Where is Peringamala located?
Peringamala village is located in Nedumangad Taluka, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peringamala?
The Gram Panchayat of Peringamala is Nanniyode.
What is the pincode of Peringamala?
The pincode of Peringamala is 695563.
What is the population of Peringamala?
Peringamala has a total population of 19,164, including 8,918 males and 10,246 females.
How many households are there in Peringamala?
There are 5,201 households in Peringamala.
What is the literacy rate in Peringamala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peringamala is 82.27%. Male literacy is 84.27% and female literacy is 80.54%.