Periakulam
Periakulam is a village located in Kadaladi taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kadaladi (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Periakulam A E is the gram panchayat of Periakulam village.
Here you can discover what makes Periakulam unique in its vibrant Kadaladi-Ramanathapuram region. You’ll see Periakulam’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 Periakulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periakulam is 642087. The village spans a total geographical area of 2898.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623703. Sayalkudi is nearest town to Periakulam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Periakulam
Population of Periakulam
According to the 2011 Census, Periakulam has a total population of about 4,869, with approximately 2,455 males and 2,414 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 537 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 48 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 65.52%, with male literacy at about 72.67% and female literacy near 58.24%. There are around 1,047 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Periakulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,869 | 2,455 | 2,414 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 537 | 265 | 272 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 3,190 | 1,784 | 1,406 |
Illiterate Population | 1,679 | 671 | 1,008 |
Connectivity of Periakulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periakulam. As per the 2011 stats, Periakulam 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Periakulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Periakulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periakulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periakulam
- Where is Periakulam located?
- Periakulam village is situated in Kadaladi Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periakulam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Periakulam is Periakulam A E (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Periakulam?
- The pincode of Periakulam is 623703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periakulam is 4,869, with 2,455 males and 2,414 females.
- How many households are there in Periakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periakulam village has a total of 1,047 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periakulam is 65.52%. The male literacy rate is 72.67%, while the female literacy rate is 58.24%.