Palayur

Palayur is a village located in Pollachi taluka of Coimbatore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Pollachi (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Coimbatore. As per 2009 stats, Palayur village is also a gram panchayat.

Palayur has its own place in the vibrant Coimbatore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Palayur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palayur is 644570. The village spans a total geographical area of 317.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 642123. Samathur is nearest town to Palayur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Palayur

Below is a concise population overview of Palayur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,061 540 521
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 72 39 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 191 91 100
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 618 374 244
Illiterate Population 443 166 277

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palayur village:

  • The total population of Palayur village is around 1,061, including approximately 540 males and 521 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Palayur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palayur village has 191 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palayur village is about 58.25%, with male literacy at 69.26% and female literacy at 46.83%.
  • There are around 355 households in Palayur village.

Connectivity of Palayur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palayur. As per the 2011 stats, Palayur 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 Palayur

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

Marchinaickenpalayam Singanallur Vekkampalayam Pethanaickanur S Ponnapuram Thenkumarapalayam Koolanaickenpatti Gomangalampudur Sinjuvadi S Nallur Veeralpatti

Frequently Asked Questions about Palayur

Where is Palayur located?
Palayur village is situated in Pollachi Taluka, within the Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palayur?
Palayur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palayur?
The pincode of Palayur is 642123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palayur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palayur is 1,061, with 540 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Palayur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palayur village has a total of 355 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palayur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palayur is 58.25%. The male literacy rate is 69.26%, while the female literacy rate is 46.83%.