Periyakulam
Periyakulam is a village located in Namakkal taluka of Namakkal district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from Namakkal, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Periyakulam village. As per 2009 stats, Periakulam is the gram panchayat of Periyakulam village.
Here you can discover what makes Periyakulam unique in its vibrant Namakkal region. You’ll see Periyakulam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Periyakulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periyakulam is 634625. The village spans a total geographical area of 634.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 637404. Senthamangalam is nearest town to Periyakulam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Periyakulam
Population of Periyakulam
According to the 2011 Census, Periyakulam has a total population of about 2,137, with approximately 1,071 males and 1,066 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 203 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 714 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.79%, with male literacy at about 70.12% and female literacy near 51.41%. There are around 634 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Periyakulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,137 | 1,071 | 1,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 107 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 714 | 360 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,299 | 751 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 838 | 320 | 518 |
Connectivity of Periyakulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periyakulam. As per the 2011 stats, Periyakulam 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 Periyakulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Periyakulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periyakulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periyakulam
- Where is Periyakulam located?
- Periyakulam village is situated in Namakkal Taluka, within the Namakkal district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periyakulam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Periyakulam is Periakulam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Periyakulam?
- The pincode of Periyakulam is 637404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periyakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyakulam is 2,137, with 1,071 males and 1,066 females.
- How many households are there in Periyakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periyakulam village has a total of 634 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periyakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyakulam is 60.79%. The male literacy rate is 70.12%, while the female literacy rate is 51.41%.