Periakottai
Periakottai is a village located in Gandarvakkottai taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kovilur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Periyakottai is the gram panchayat of Periakottai village.
Here you can discover what makes Periakottai unique in its vibrant Gandarvakkottai-Pudukkottai region. You’ll see Periakottai’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 Periakottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periakottai is 639392. The village spans a total geographical area of 852.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 613301. Karambakkudi is nearest town to Periakottai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Periakottai
Population of Periakottai
According to the 2011 Census, Periakottai has a total population of about 3,002, with approximately 1,495 males and 1,507 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 342 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,128 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.63%, with male literacy at about 70.77% and female literacy near 50.56%. There are around 672 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Periakottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,002 | 1,495 | 1,507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 171 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,128 | 562 | 566 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,820 | 1,058 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,182 | 437 | 745 |
Connectivity of Periakottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periakottai. As per the 2011 stats, Periakottai 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 Periakottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Periakottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periakottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periakottai
- Where is Periakottai located?
- Periakottai village is situated in Gandarvakkottai Taluka, within the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periakottai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Periakottai is Periyakottai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Periakottai?
- The pincode of Periakottai is 613301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periakottai is 3,002, with 1,495 males and 1,507 females.
- How many households are there in Periakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periakottai village has a total of 672 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periakottai is 60.63%. The male literacy rate is 70.77%, while the female literacy rate is 50.56%.