Periyalur

Periyalur is a village located in Aranthangi taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Aranthangi (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Periyaloor is the gram panchayat of Periyalur village.

Periyalur 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 Periyalur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periyalur is 639709. The village spans a total geographical area of 666.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614624. Aranthangi is nearest town to Periyalur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Periyalur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,513 1,269 1,244
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 289 148 141
Scheduled Castes (SC) 201 102 99
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,848 1,039 809
Illiterate Population 665 230 435

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

  • The total population of Periyalur village is around 2,513, including approximately 1,269 males and 1,244 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 289 children aged 0–6 years in Periyalur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Periyalur village has 201 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Periyalur village is about 73.54%, with male literacy at 81.88% and female literacy at 65.03%.
  • There are around 647 households in Periyalur village.

Connectivity of Periyalur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periyalur. As per the 2011 stats, Periyalur 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 Periyalur

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

Tantani Chettikkadu Avanathankottai Erukkalakkottai Puvattakudi Neyvattali Sattanendal Neivelinathapuram Merpanaikadu Vembangudi Balakrishrnapuram

Frequently Asked Questions about Periyalur

Where is Periyalur located?
Periyalur village is situated in Aranthangi Taluka, within the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periyalur?
The Gram Panchayat of Periyalur is Periyaloor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Periyalur?
The pincode of Periyalur is 614624, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Periyalur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyalur is 2,513, with 1,269 males and 1,244 females.
How many households are there in Periyalur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Periyalur village has a total of 647 households.
What is the literacy rate in Periyalur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyalur is 73.54%. The male literacy rate is 81.88%, while the female literacy rate is 65.03%.