Palakarai
Palakarai is a village located in Perundurai taluka of Erode district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Perundurai (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Erode. As per 2009 stats, Thudupathi is the gram panchayat of Palakarai village.
Palakarai has its own place in the vibrant Erode 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 Palakarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palakarai is 634973. The village spans a total geographical area of 751.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 638057. Karumandi Chellipalayam is nearest town to Palakarai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Palakarai
Population of Palakarai
Below is a concise population overview of Palakarai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,570 | 1,816 | 1,754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 164 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 287 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,280 | 1,296 | 984 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,290 | 520 | 770 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palakarai village:
- The total population of Palakarai village is around 3,570, including approximately 1,816 males and 1,754 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 302 children aged 0–6 years in Palakarai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palakarai village has 565 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palakarai village is about 63.87%, with male literacy at 71.37% and female literacy at 56.10%.
- There are around 1,147 households in Palakarai village.
Connectivity of Palakarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palakarai. As per the 2011 stats, Palakarai 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 Palakarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Palakarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palakarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palakarai
- Where is Palakarai located?
- Palakarai village is situated in Perundurai Taluka, within the Erode district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palakarai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palakarai is Thudupathi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palakarai?
- The pincode of Palakarai is 638057, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palakarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakarai is 3,570, with 1,816 males and 1,754 females.
- How many households are there in Palakarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palakarai village has a total of 1,147 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palakarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakarai is 63.87%. The male literacy rate is 71.37%, while the female literacy rate is 56.10%.