Perur
Perur is a village located in Kattumannarkoil taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Kattumannarkoil (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Perur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Perur unique in its vibrant Kattumannarkoil-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Perur’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 Perur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Perur is 636932. The village spans a total geographical area of 427.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608701. Sethiathoppu is nearest town to Perur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Perur
Population of Perur
According to the 2011 Census, Perur has a total population of about 2,570, with approximately 1,288 males and 1,282 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 279 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,127 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 26. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.29%, with male literacy at about 73.37% and female literacy near 63.18%. There are around 635 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Perur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,570 | 1,288 | 1,282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 144 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,127 | 578 | 549 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 8 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,755 | 945 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 815 | 343 | 472 |
Connectivity of Perur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Perur. As per the 2011 stats, Perur 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 Perur
Knowing the nearby villages of Perur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Perur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Perur
- Where is Perur located?
- Perur village is situated in Kattumannarkoil Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Perur?
- Perur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Perur?
- The pincode of Perur is 608701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Perur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Perur is 2,570, with 1,288 males and 1,282 females.
- How many households are there in Perur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Perur village has a total of 635 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Perur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Perur is 68.29%. The male literacy rate is 73.37%, while the female literacy rate is 63.18%.