Peranur - Avudayarkoil, Pudukkottai
Peranur is a village situated in the Avudayarkoil taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Avudayarkoil and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. Kathiramangalam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peranur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peranur is 639944. The village covers a total geographical area of 1034.7 hectares and falls under the 614629 pincode. Aranthangi is the nearest town.
Peranur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aranthangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Peranur
As per Census 2011, Peranur village has a total population of 1,606 people, consisting of 808 males and 798 females. The village has 391 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,141 literate and 465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 437 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peranur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,606 | 808 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 226 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,141 | 641 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 167 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Peranur
Peranur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Velvarai | East | 2.10 km |
| Ponbethi | North | 2.53 km |
| Kathiramangalam | West | 2.62 km |
| Theeyattur | South | 2.72 km |
| Kulattur | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Kavadukudi | North | 3.79 km |
| Velivayal | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Pilluvalasai | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Palangulam | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Ramachandrapuram | South-West | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peranur
Public transport in the Peranur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arantangi, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.6 km.
| 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 Pudukkottai to Peranur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peranur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peranur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Peranur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peranur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Peranur
Where is Peranur located?
Peranur village is located in Avudayarkoil Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peranur?
The Gram Panchayat of Peranur is Kathiramangalam.
What is the pincode of Peranur?
The pincode of Peranur is 614629.
What is the population of Peranur?
Peranur has a total population of 1,606, including 808 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Peranur?
There are 391 households in Peranur.
What is the literacy rate in Peranur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peranur is 71.05%. Male literacy is 79.33% and female literacy is 62.66%.