Perumbur - Kalvarayan Hills, Kallakurichi
Perumbur is a village situated in the Kalvarayan Hills taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 23 km from Sankarapuram and around 180 km from Viluppuram. Vanjikkuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Perumbur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Perumbur is 633274. The village covers a total geographical area of 1607.18 hectares and falls under the 606401 pincode. Sankarapuram is the nearest town.
Perumbur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Perumbur
As per Census 2011, Perumbur village has a total population of 752 people, consisting of 392 males and 360 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 330 literate and 422 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 701 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Perumbur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 752 | 392 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 701 | 366 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 193 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 199 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Perumbur
Perumbur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Perumbur
Public transport in the Perumbur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Perumbur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Perumbur is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Perumbur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Perumbur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Perumbur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Perumbur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Perumbur
Where is Perumbur located?
Perumbur village is located in Kalvarayan Hills Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Perumbur?
The Gram Panchayat of Perumbur is Vanjikkuli.
What is the pincode of Perumbur?
The pincode of Perumbur is 606401.
What is the population of Perumbur?
Perumbur has a total population of 752, including 392 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Perumbur?
There are 185 households in Perumbur.
What is the literacy rate in Perumbur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Perumbur is 43.88%. Male literacy is 49.23% and female literacy is 38.06%.