Periyapattu
Periyapattu is a village located in Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Chidambaram (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Periyapattu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Periyapattu unique in its vibrant Chidambaram-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Periyapattu’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 Periyapattu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periyapattu is 636754. The village spans a total geographical area of 793.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608801. Parangipettai is nearest town to Periyapattu village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Periyapattu
Population of Periyapattu
According to the 2011 Census, Periyapattu has a total population of about 4,420, with approximately 2,228 males and 2,192 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 474 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 839 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.69%, with male literacy at about 69.17% and female literacy near 56.11%. There are around 1,136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Periyapattu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,420 | 2,228 | 2,192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 474 | 239 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 839 | 411 | 428 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,771 | 1,541 | 1,230 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,649 | 687 | 962 |
Connectivity of Periyapattu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periyapattu. As per the 2011 stats, Periyapattu 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Periyapattu
Knowing the nearby villages of Periyapattu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periyapattu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periyapattu
- Where is Periyapattu located?
- Periyapattu village is situated in Chidambaram Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periyapattu?
- Periyapattu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Periyapattu?
- The pincode of Periyapattu is 608801, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periyapattu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyapattu is 4,420, with 2,228 males and 2,192 females.
- How many households are there in Periyapattu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periyapattu village has a total of 1,136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periyapattu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyapattu is 62.69%. The male literacy rate is 69.17%, while the female literacy rate is 56.11%.