Peikulam
About Peikulam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Peikulam village is 642056. Peikulam village is located in Kadaladi taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kadaladi (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Peikulam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1243 hectares. Peikulam has a total population of 5,361 peoples, out of which male population is 2,799 while female population is 2,562. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 915 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of peikulam village is 76.59% out of which 82.64% males and 69.98% females are literate. There are about 1,225 houses in peikulam village. Pincode of peikulam village locality is 623711.
Keelakarai is nearest town to peikulam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Peikulam
The population details of Peikulam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,361 | 2,799 | 2,562 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 595 | 298 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,562 | 804 | 758 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,106 | 2,313 | 1,793 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,255 | 486 | 769 |
Connectivity of Peikulam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Peikulam
Where is Peikulam located?
Peikulam village is situated in Kadaladi Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peikulam?
Peikulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Peikulam?
The pincode of Peikulam is 623711, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Peikulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Peikulam is 5,361, with 2,799 males and 2,562 females.
How many households are there in Peikulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Peikulam village has a total of 1,225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peikulam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Peikulam is 76.59%. The male literacy rate is 82.64%, while the female literacy rate is 69.98%.