Peikkulam

Peikkulam is a village located in Thirumangalam taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Thirumangalam (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Peikulam is the gram panchayat of Peikkulam village.

Peikkulam 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 Peikkulam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Peikkulam is 641005. The village spans a total geographical area of 659.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625701. Virudhunagar is nearest town to Peikkulam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Peikkulam

Below is a concise population overview of Peikkulam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,493 765 728
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 183 99 84
Scheduled Castes (SC) 110 49 61
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 825 456 369
Illiterate Population 668 309 359

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Peikkulam village:

  • The total population of Peikkulam village is around 1,493, including approximately 765 males and 728 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 183 children aged 0–6 years in Peikkulam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Peikkulam village has 110 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Peikkulam village is about 55.26%, with male literacy at 59.61% and female literacy at 50.69%.
  • There are around 427 households in Peikkulam village.

Connectivity of Peikkulam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Peikkulam. As per the 2011 stats, Peikkulam 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Peikkulam

Knowing the nearby villages of Peikkulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Peikkulam.

Vellakulam Karukkuvaipatti Sundarangundu Veppankulam Iluppakulam Kokkalancheri Nallamanaikenpatti Maithanpatti Chittoor Puliankulam Kodimangalam

Frequently Asked Questions about Peikkulam

Where is Peikkulam located?
Peikkulam village is situated in Thirumangalam Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peikkulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Peikkulam is Peikulam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Peikkulam?
The pincode of Peikkulam is 625701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Peikkulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Peikkulam is 1,493, with 765 males and 728 females.
How many households are there in Peikkulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Peikkulam village has a total of 427 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peikkulam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Peikkulam is 55.26%. The male literacy rate is 59.61%, while the female literacy rate is 50.69%.