Palaiyur

Palaiyur is a village located in Alangudi taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Alangudi (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Palaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.

Palaiyur has its own place in the vibrant Pudukkottai 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 639635. The village spans a total geographical area of 669.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 622201. Arimalam 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 1,219 573 646
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 65 51
Scheduled Castes (SC) 502 219 283
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 885 448 437
Illiterate Population 334 125 209

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

  • The total population of Palaiyur village is around 1,219, including approximately 573 males and 646 females, with a sex ratio of 1127 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Palaiyur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palaiyur village has 502 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palaiyur village is about 72.60%, with male literacy at 78.18% and female literacy at 67.65%.
  • There are around 279 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 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.

Kalangudi Kanniyapatti Nambukuli Gudalur Kathakurichi Muthupattinam Kulavoipatti Dakshinapuram Venkatakulam Vennavalkudi Arayapatti

Frequently Asked Questions about Palaiyur

Where is Palaiyur located?
Palaiyur village is situated in Alangudi Taluka, within the Pudukkottai 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 622201, 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 1,219, with 573 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Palaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palaiyur village has a total of 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palaiyur is 72.60%. The male literacy rate is 78.18%, while the female literacy rate is 67.65%.