Palaiyur

Palaiyur is a village located in Kuthalam taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kuthalam (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Palaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.

Palaiyur has its own place in the vibrant Nagapattinam 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 Palaiyur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palaiyur is 637541. The village spans a total geographical area of 445.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 612203. Kuthalam is nearest town to Palaiyur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Palaiyur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,737 1,392 1,345
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 293 149 144
Scheduled Castes (SC) 823 428 395
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,962 1,106 856
Illiterate Population 775 286 489

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

  • The total population of Palaiyur village is around 2,737, including approximately 1,392 males and 1,345 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 293 children aged 0–6 years in Palaiyur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palaiyur village has 823 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palaiyur village is about 71.68%, with male literacy at 79.45% and female literacy at 63.64%.
  • There are around 699 households in Palaiyur village.

Connectivity of Palaiyur

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

Nearby Villages of Palaiyur

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

Komal East Komal West Peravur Karuppur Kanjuvoy Srikantapuram Kothangudi Gangadharapuram Porumbur Elumagalur Nakkambadi

Frequently Asked Questions about Palaiyur

Where is Palaiyur located?
Palaiyur village is situated in Kuthalam Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palaiyur?
Palaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palaiyur?
The pincode of Palaiyur is 612203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palaiyur is 2,737, with 1,392 males and 1,345 females.
How many households are there in Palaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palaiyur village has a total of 699 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palaiyur is 71.68%. The male literacy rate is 79.45%, while the female literacy rate is 63.64%.