Paravai (West) - Kunnam, Perambalur
Paravai (West) is a village situated in the Kunnam taluka of Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunnam and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Perambalur. Paravai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paravai (West) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paravai (West) is 636244. The village covers a total geographical area of 868.56 hectares and falls under the 621717 pincode. Labbaikudikadu is the nearest town.
Paravai (West) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunnam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paravai (West)
According to the 2011 Census, Paravai (West) village had a total population of 3,498 people, including 1,778 males and 1,720 females, living in 900 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.72%, with male literacy at 78.52% and female literacy at 58.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,511.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,498 | 1,778 | 1,720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 200 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,511 | 752 | 759 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,133 | 1,239 | 894 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,365 | 539 | 826 |
Nearby Villages of Paravai (West)
Paravai (West) 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 Paravai (West)
Paravai (West) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Perambalur to Paravai (West) is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paravai (West)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paravai (West) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paravai (West)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paravai (West) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paravai (West)
Where is Paravai (West) located?
Paravai (West) village is located in Kunnam Taluka, Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paravai (West)?
The Gram Panchayat of Paravai (West) is Paravai.
What is the pincode of Paravai (West)?
The pincode of Paravai (West) is 621717.
What is the population of Paravai (West)?
Paravai (West) had a total population of 3,498, including 1,778 males and 1,720 females.
How many households are there in Paravai (West)?
Paravai (West) had 900 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paravai (West)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paravai (West) was 68.72%. Male literacy was 78.52% and female literacy was 58.58%.