Periyakottai
Periyakottai is a village located in Oddanchatram taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Oddanchatram (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Periakottai is the gram panchayat of Periyakottai village.
Here you can discover what makes Periyakottai unique in its vibrant Oddanchatram-Dindigul region. You’ll see Periyakottai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Periyakottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periyakottai is 635207. The village spans a total geographical area of 980.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624614. Oddanchatram is nearest town to Periyakottai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Periyakottai
Population of Periyakottai
According to the 2011 Census, Periyakottai has a total population of about 3,078, with approximately 1,570 males and 1,508 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 277 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 446 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.28%, with male literacy at about 77.20% and female literacy near 54.91%. There are around 905 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Periyakottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,078 | 1,570 | 1,508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 148 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 222 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,040 | 1,212 | 828 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,038 | 358 | 680 |
Connectivity of Periyakottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periyakottai. As per the 2011 stats, Periyakottai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Periyakottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Periyakottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periyakottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periyakottai
- Where is Periyakottai located?
- Periyakottai village is situated in Oddanchatram Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periyakottai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Periyakottai is Periakottai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Periyakottai?
- The pincode of Periyakottai is 624614, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periyakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyakottai is 3,078, with 1,570 males and 1,508 females.
- How many households are there in Periyakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periyakottai village has a total of 905 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periyakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyakottai is 66.28%. The male literacy rate is 77.20%, while the female literacy rate is 54.91%.