Periyakattalai
Periyakattalai is a village located in Peraiyur taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Peraiyur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Periakattalai is the gram panchayat of Periyakattalai village.
Periyakattalai has its own place in the vibrant Madurai 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 Periyakattalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periyakattalai is 640857. The village spans a total geographical area of 784.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625527. Usilampatti is nearest town to Periyakattalai village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Periyakattalai
Below is a concise population overview of Periyakattalai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,609 | 820 | 789 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 90 | 65 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 852 | 436 | 416 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,043 | 611 | 432 |
Illiterate Population | 566 | 209 | 357 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Periyakattalai village:
- The total population of Periyakattalai village is around 1,609, including approximately 820 males and 789 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 155 children aged 0–6 years in Periyakattalai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Periyakattalai village has 852 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Periyakattalai village is about 64.82%, with male literacy at 74.51% and female literacy at 54.75%.
- There are around 421 households in Periyakattalai village.
Connectivity of Periyakattalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periyakattalai. As per the 2011 stats, Periyakattalai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Periyakattalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Periyakattalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periyakattalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periyakattalai
- Where is Periyakattalai located?
- Periyakattalai village is situated in Peraiyur Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periyakattalai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Periyakattalai is Periakattalai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Periyakattalai?
- The pincode of Periyakattalai is 625527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periyakattalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyakattalai is 1,609, with 820 males and 789 females.
- How many households are there in Periyakattalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periyakattalai village has a total of 421 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periyakattalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyakattalai is 64.82%. The male literacy rate is 74.51%, while the female literacy rate is 54.75%.