Periya Nerkunam
Periya Nerkunam is a village located in Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Chidambaram (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Periyanerkunam is the gram panchayat of Periya Nerkunam village.
Here you can discover what makes Periya Nerkunam unique in its vibrant Chidambaram-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Periya Nerkunam’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 Periya Nerkunam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periya Nerkunam is 636774. The village spans a total geographical area of 206.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608704. Sethiathoppu is nearest town to Periya Nerkunam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Periya Nerkunam
Population of Periya Nerkunam
According to the 2011 Census, Periya Nerkunam has a total population of about 1,407, with approximately 710 males and 697 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 150 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 501 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 63.97%, with male literacy at about 73.52% and female literacy near 54.23%. There are around 388 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Periya Nerkunam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,407 | 710 | 697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 82 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 258 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 900 | 522 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 188 | 319 |
Connectivity of Periya Nerkunam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periya Nerkunam. As per the 2011 stats, Periya Nerkunam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Periya Nerkunam
Knowing the nearby villages of Periya Nerkunam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periya Nerkunam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periya Nerkunam
- Where is Periya Nerkunam located?
- Periya Nerkunam village is situated in Chidambaram Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periya Nerkunam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Periya Nerkunam is Periyanerkunam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Periya Nerkunam?
- The pincode of Periya Nerkunam is 608704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periya Nerkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periya Nerkunam is 1,407, with 710 males and 697 females.
- How many households are there in Periya Nerkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periya Nerkunam village has a total of 388 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periya Nerkunam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periya Nerkunam is 63.97%. The male literacy rate is 73.52%, while the female literacy rate is 54.23%.