Periakalandai
Periakalandai is a village located in Pollachi taluka of Coimbatore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Pollachi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Coimbatore. As per 2009 stats, Periakalandai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Periakalandai unique in its vibrant Pollachi-Coimbatore region. You’ll see Periakalandai’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 Periakalandai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periakalandai is 644490. The village spans a total geographical area of 1153.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 641202. Negamum is nearest town to Periakalandai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Periakalandai
Population of Periakalandai
According to the 2011 Census, Periakalandai has a total population of about 1,915, with approximately 951 males and 964 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 162 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 588 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.92%, with male literacy at about 72.24% and female literacy near 55.71%. There are around 571 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Periakalandai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,915 | 951 | 964 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 86 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 588 | 284 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,224 | 687 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 691 | 264 | 427 |
Connectivity of Periakalandai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periakalandai. As per the 2011 stats, Periakalandai 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Periakalandai
Knowing the nearby villages of Periakalandai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periakalandai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periakalandai
- Where is Periakalandai located?
- Periakalandai village is situated in Pollachi Taluka, within the Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periakalandai?
- Periakalandai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Periakalandai?
- The pincode of Periakalandai is 641202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periakalandai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periakalandai is 1,915, with 951 males and 964 females.
- How many households are there in Periakalandai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periakalandai village has a total of 571 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periakalandai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periakalandai is 63.92%. The male literacy rate is 72.24%, while the female literacy rate is 55.71%.