Peikulam
Peikulam is a village 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.
Peikulam has its own place in the vibrant Ramanathapuram 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 Peikulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Peikulam is 642056. The village spans a total geographical area of 1243 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623711. Keelakarai is nearest town to Peikulam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Peikulam
Population of Peikulam
Below is a concise population overview of Peikulam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 5,361 | 2,799 | 2,562 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 595 | 298 | 297 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,562 | 804 | 758 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 4,106 | 2,313 | 1,793 |
Illiterate Population | 1,255 | 486 | 769 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Peikulam village:
- The total population of Peikulam village is around 5,361, including approximately 2,799 males and 2,562 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 595 children aged 0–6 years in Peikulam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Peikulam village has 1,562 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Peikulam village is about 76.59%, with male literacy at 82.64% and female literacy at 69.98%.
- There are around 1,225 households in Peikulam village.
Connectivity of Peikulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Peikulam. As per the 2011 stats, Peikulam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Peikulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Peikulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Peikulam.
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%.