Perungarai - Paramakudi, Ramanathapuram
Perungarai is a village situated in the Paramakudi taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paramakudi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Perungarai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Perungarai is 641874. The village covers a total geographical area of 1424.23 hectares and falls under the 623608 pincode. Paramakudi is the nearest town.
Perungarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paramakudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Perungarai
According to the 2011 Census, Perungarai village had a total population of 3,061 people, including 1,572 males and 1,489 females, living in 775 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.70%, with male literacy at 84.31% and female literacy at 62.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 567.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,040 | 1,198 | 842 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,021 | 374 | 647 |
Nearby Villages of Perungarai
Perungarai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Soodiyur | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Vengalur | South | 3.51 km |
| T.pudukottai | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Kamutnakudi | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Pottadi Alangulam | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Kulandapuri Arungulam | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Kottankulam | West | 4.40 km |
| Melaparthibanur (part) | North-West | 4.58 km |
| Katchathanallur | East | 5.41 km |
| Valimarichan | South-West | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Perungarai
Perungarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sudiyur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramanathapuram to Perungarai is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Perungarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Perungarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Perungarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Perungarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Perungarai
Where is Perungarai located?
Perungarai village is located in Paramakudi Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Perungarai?
Perungarai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Perungarai?
The pincode of Perungarai is 623608.
What is the population of Perungarai?
Perungarai had a total population of 3,061, including 1,572 males and 1,489 females.
How many households are there in Perungarai?
Perungarai had 775 households.
What is the literacy rate in Perungarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Perungarai was 73.70%. Male literacy was 84.31% and female literacy was 62.51%.