Periapodu
Periapodu is a village located in Pollachi taluka of Coimbatore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Pollachi (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Coimbatore. As per 2009 stats, Periapodu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Periapodu unique in its vibrant Pollachi-Coimbatore region. You’ll see Periapodu’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 Periapodu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periapodu is 644582. The village spans a total geographical area of 4313.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 642103. Anaimalai is nearest town to Periapodu village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Periapodu
Population of Periapodu
According to the 2011 Census, Periapodu has a total population of about 6,945, with approximately 3,517 males and 3,428 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 540 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,042 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 635. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.66%, with male literacy at about 66.48% and female literacy near 54.70%. There are around 2,077 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Periapodu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 6,945 | 3,517 | 3,428 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 540 | 270 | 270 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,042 | 525 | 517 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 635 | 328 | 307 |
Literate Population | 4,213 | 2,338 | 1,875 |
Illiterate Population | 2,732 | 1,179 | 1,553 |
Connectivity of Periapodu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periapodu. As per the 2011 stats, Periapodu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Periapodu
Knowing the nearby villages of Periapodu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periapodu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periapodu
- Where is Periapodu located?
- Periapodu village is situated in Pollachi Taluka, within the Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periapodu?
- Periapodu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Periapodu?
- The pincode of Periapodu is 642103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periapodu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periapodu is 6,945, with 3,517 males and 3,428 females.
- How many households are there in Periapodu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periapodu village has a total of 2,077 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periapodu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periapodu is 60.66%. The male literacy rate is 66.48%, while the female literacy rate is 54.70%.