Periyur - Kodaikanal, Dindigul
Periyur is a village situated in the Kodaikanal taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodaikanal and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Periyur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Periyur is 635438. The village covers a total geographical area of 1725.42 hectares and falls under the 624212 pincode. Oddanchatram is the nearest town.
Periyur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Periyur
As per Census 2011, Periyur village has a total population of 3,202 people, consisting of 1,600 males and 1,602 females. The village has 863 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,173 literate and 1,029 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Periyur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,202 | 1,600 | 1,602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 164 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,283 | 631 | 652 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,173 | 1,211 | 962 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,029 | 389 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Periyur
Periyur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kilakkuchettipatti | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Pachalur | West | 3.39 km |
| Adalur | East | 5.03 km |
| Kamanur | South | 6.21 km |
| Thandigudi | South-West | 7.09 km |
| Manalur | South-East | 8.57 km |
| Vadagadu | North | 9.81 km |
| Dasaripatti | North | 11.41 km |
| D.pudukottai | North-West | 11.62 km |
| Virupakshi | North | 12.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Periyur
Periyur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chatrappatti, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dindigul to Periyur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Periyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Periyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Periyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Periyur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Periyur
Where is Periyur located?
Periyur village is located in Kodaikanal Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periyur?
Periyur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Periyur?
The pincode of Periyur is 624212.
What is the population of Periyur?
Periyur has a total population of 3,202, including 1,600 males and 1,602 females.
How many households are there in Periyur?
There are 863 households in Periyur.
What is the literacy rate in Periyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Periyur is 67.86%. Male literacy is 75.69% and female literacy is 60.05%.