Periyavalayam
About Periyavalayam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Periyavalayam village is 636377. Periyavalayam village is located in Udayarpalayam taluka of Ariyalur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Jayankondam (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Ariyalur. As per 2009 stats, Periyavalayam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1045.31 hectares. Periyavalayam has a total population of 3,282 peoples, out of which male population is 1,624 while female population is 1,658. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1020 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of periyavalayam village is 67.79% out of which 76.48% males and 59.29% females are literate. There are about 835 houses in periyavalayam village. Pincode of periyavalayam village locality is 621802.
When it comes to administration, Periyavalayam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Periyavalayam village comes under Jayankondam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chidambaram Lok Sabha constituency. Jayankondam is nearest town to periyavalayam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Periyavalayam
The population details of Periyavalayam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,282 | 1,624 | 1,658 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 308 | 168 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 621 | 307 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,225 | 1,242 | 983 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,057 | 382 | 675 |
Connectivity of Periyavalayam
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Periyavalayam
Where is Periyavalayam located?
Periyavalayam village is situated in Udayarpalayam Taluka, within the Ariyalur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periyavalayam?
Periyavalayam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Periyavalayam?
The pincode of Periyavalayam is 621802, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Periyavalayam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyavalayam is 3,282, with 1,624 males and 1,658 females.
How many households are there in Periyavalayam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Periyavalayam village has a total of 835 households.
What is the literacy rate in Periyavalayam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyavalayam is 67.79%. The male literacy rate is 76.48%, while the female literacy rate is 59.29%.