Perungalur

Perungalur is a village located in Paramakudi taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Paramakudi (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Perungalur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Perungalur unique in its vibrant Paramakudi-Ramanathapuram region. You’ll see Perungalur’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 Perungalur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Perungalur is 641942. The village spans a total geographical area of 561.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623530. Ramanathapuram is nearest town to Perungalur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Perungalur

According to the 2011 Census, Perungalur has a total population of about 1,325, with approximately 662 males and 663 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 373 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 62.87%, with male literacy at about 72.81% and female literacy near 52.94%. There are around 325 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Perungalur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,325 662 663
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 131 68 63
Scheduled Castes (SC) 373 196 177
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 833 482 351
Illiterate Population 492 180 312

Connectivity of Perungalur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Perungalur. As per the 2011 stats, Perungalur 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Perungalur

Knowing the nearby villages of Perungalur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Perungalur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Perungalur

Where is Perungalur located?
Perungalur village is situated in Paramakudi Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Perungalur?
Perungalur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Perungalur?
The pincode of Perungalur is 623530, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Perungalur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Perungalur is 1,325, with 662 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Perungalur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Perungalur village has a total of 325 households.
What is the literacy rate in Perungalur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Perungalur is 62.87%. The male literacy rate is 72.81%, while the female literacy rate is 52.94%.