Palayam

Palayam is a village located in Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Harur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Dharmapuri. As per 2009 stats, Palayampudur is the gram panchayat of Palayam village.

Palayam 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 Palayam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palayam is 643327. The village spans a total geographical area of 407.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635305. Kambainallur is nearest town to Palayam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Palayam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 489 256 233
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 47 23 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 65 31 34
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 308 173 135
Illiterate Population 181 83 98

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

  • The total population of Palayam village is around 489, including approximately 256 males and 233 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Palayam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palayam village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palayam village is about 62.99%, with male literacy at 67.58% and female literacy at 57.94%.
  • There are around 127 households in Palayam village.

Connectivity of Palayam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palayam. As per the 2011 stats, Palayam 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Palayam

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

Mettuvalasai Marudipatti Velampatti Pallipatti Kalladipatti Elavadi Navalai Chinnakoundampatti Vagurappampatti Jakkupatti

Frequently Asked Questions about Palayam

Where is Palayam located?
Palayam village is situated in Harur Taluka, within the Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palayam?
The Gram Panchayat of Palayam is Palayampudur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palayam?
The pincode of Palayam is 635305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palayam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palayam is 489, with 256 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Palayam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palayam village has a total of 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palayam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palayam is 62.99%. The male literacy rate is 67.58%, while the female literacy rate is 57.94%.