Perungarai
Perungarai is a village located in Paramakudi taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Paramakudi (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Perungarai village is also a gram panchayat.
Perungarai 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 Perungarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Perungarai is 641874. The village spans a total geographical area of 1424.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623608. Paramakudi is nearest town to Perungarai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Perungarai
Population of Perungarai
Below is a concise population overview of Perungarai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,061 | 1,572 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 151 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 567 | 286 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,040 | 1,198 | 842 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,021 | 374 | 647 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Perungarai village:
- The total population of Perungarai village is around 3,061, including approximately 1,572 males and 1,489 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 293 children aged 0–6 years in Perungarai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Perungarai village has 567 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Perungarai village is about 66.64%, with male literacy at 76.21% and female literacy at 56.55%.
- There are around 775 households in Perungarai village.
Connectivity of Perungarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Perungarai. As per the 2011 stats, Perungarai 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Perungarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Perungarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Perungarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Perungarai
- Where is Perungarai located?
- Perungarai village is situated in Paramakudi Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Perungarai?
- Perungarai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Perungarai?
- The pincode of Perungarai is 623608, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Perungarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Perungarai is 3,061, with 1,572 males and 1,489 females.
- How many households are there in Perungarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Perungarai village has a total of 775 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Perungarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Perungarai is 66.64%. The male literacy rate is 76.21%, while the female literacy rate is 56.55%.