Peraiyur
Peraiyur is a village located in Kamuthi taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Kamuthi (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Peraiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Peraiyur unique in its vibrant Kamuthi-Ramanathapuram region. You’ll see Peraiyur’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 Peraiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Peraiyur is 642033. The village spans a total geographical area of 2066.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623708. Mudukulathur is nearest town to Peraiyur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Peraiyur
Population of Peraiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Peraiyur has a total population of about 7,433, with approximately 3,764 males and 3,669 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 703 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5,458 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 70.39%, with male literacy at about 78.19% and female literacy near 62.39%. There are around 1,929 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Peraiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,433 | 3,764 | 3,669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 703 | 354 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,458 | 2,764 | 2,694 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,232 | 2,943 | 2,289 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,201 | 821 | 1,380 |
Connectivity of Peraiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Peraiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Peraiyur 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 Peraiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Peraiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Peraiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Peraiyur
- Where is Peraiyur located?
- Peraiyur village is situated in Kamuthi Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Peraiyur?
- Peraiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Peraiyur?
- The pincode of Peraiyur is 623708, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Peraiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Peraiyur is 7,433, with 3,764 males and 3,669 females.
- How many households are there in Peraiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Peraiyur village has a total of 1,929 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Peraiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Peraiyur is 70.39%. The male literacy rate is 78.19%, while the female literacy rate is 62.39%.