Periyur
About Periyur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Periyur village is 635438. Periyur village is located in Kodaikanal taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Kodaikanal (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Periyur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1725.42 hectares. Periyur has a total population of 3,202 peoples, out of which male population is 1,600 while female population is 1,602. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1001 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of periyur village is 67.86% out of which 75.69% males and 60.05% females are literate. There are about 863 houses in periyur village. Pincode of periyur village locality is 624212.
Oddanchatram is nearest town to periyur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Periyur
The population details of Periyur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,202 | 1,600 | 1,602 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 328 | 164 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,283 | 631 | 652 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,173 | 1,211 | 962 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,029 | 389 | 640 |
Connectivity of Periyur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Periyur
Where is Periyur located?
Periyur village is situated in Kodaikanal Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periyur?
Periyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Periyur?
The pincode of Periyur is 624212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Periyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyur is 3,202, with 1,600 males and 1,602 females.
How many households are there in Periyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Periyur village has a total of 863 households.
What is the literacy rate in Periyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyur is 67.86%. The male literacy rate is 75.69%, while the female literacy rate is 60.05%.