Palaiyam

Palaiyam is a village located in Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Harur (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Dharmapuri. As per 2009 stats, Veerappanaickampatty is the gram panchayat of Palaiyam village.

Palaiyam has its own place in the vibrant Dharmapuri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Palaiyam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palaiyam is 643368. The village spans a total geographical area of 531.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636906. Harur is nearest town to Palaiyam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Palaiyam

Below is a concise population overview of Palaiyam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 904 469 435
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 101 63 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) 686 356 330
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 89 46 43
Literate Population 531 322 209
Illiterate Population 373 147 226

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palaiyam village:

  • The total population of Palaiyam village is around 904, including approximately 469 males and 435 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 101 children aged 0–6 years in Palaiyam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palaiyam village has 686 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 89 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palaiyam village is about 58.74%, with male literacy at 68.66% and female literacy at 48.05%.
  • There are around 230 households in Palaiyam village.

Connectivity of Palaiyam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palaiyam. As per the 2011 stats, Palaiyam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palaiyam

Knowing the nearby villages of Palaiyam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palaiyam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Palaiyam

Where is Palaiyam located?
Palaiyam village is situated in Harur Taluka, within the Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palaiyam?
The Gram Panchayat of Palaiyam is Veerappanaickampatty (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palaiyam?
The pincode of Palaiyam is 636906, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palaiyam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palaiyam is 904, with 469 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Palaiyam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palaiyam village has a total of 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palaiyam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palaiyam is 58.74%. The male literacy rate is 68.66%, while the female literacy rate is 48.05%.