Peddur - Pappireddipatti, Dharmapuri
Peddur is a village situated in the Pappireddipatti taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pappireddipatti and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Gopichettipalayam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peddur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peddur is 643477. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.73 hectares and falls under the 635305 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Peddur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Peddur
As per Census 2011, Peddur village has a total population of 897 people, consisting of 454 males and 443 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 468 literate and 429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 896 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peddur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 897 | 454 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 896 | 454 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 272 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 182 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Peddur
Peddur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Papichettipatti | East | 1.13 km |
| Venakkampatti | North | 1.44 km |
| Soorapatti | West | 1.44 km |
| Sikkampatti | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Gopichettipalayam | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Kottarapatty | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Sandappatti | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Annamalaipatty | East | 2.62 km |
| Kadaranampatty | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Allalapatty | East | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peddur
Peddur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thonganur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Peddur is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peddur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peddur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peddur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peddur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Peddur
Where is Peddur located?
Peddur village is located in Pappireddipatti Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peddur?
The Gram Panchayat of Peddur is Gopichettipalayam.
What is the pincode of Peddur?
The pincode of Peddur is 635305.
What is the population of Peddur?
Peddur has a total population of 897, including 454 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Peddur?
There are 210 households in Peddur.
What is the literacy rate in Peddur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peddur is 52.17%. Male literacy is 59.91% and female literacy is 44.24%.