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.
Here you can discover what makes Peikulam unique in its vibrant Kadaladi-Ramanathapuram region. You’ll see Peikulam’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Peikulam has a total population of about 5,361, with approximately 2,799 males and 2,562 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 595 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,562 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.59%, with male literacy at about 82.64% and female literacy near 69.98%. There are around 1,225 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Peikulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.