Perungulam
Perungulam is a village located in Ramanathapuram taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from Ramanathapuram, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Perungulam village. As per 2009 stats, Perungulam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Perungulam unique in its vibrant Ramanathapuram region. You’ll see Perungulam’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 Perungulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Perungulam is 642119. The village spans a total geographical area of 977.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623536. Ramanathapuram is nearest town to Perungulam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Perungulam
Population of Perungulam
According to the 2011 Census, Perungulam has a total population of about 5,353, with approximately 2,658 males and 2,695 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 595 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 27 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 75.64%, with male literacy at about 81.23% and female literacy near 70.13%. There are around 1,257 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Perungulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,353 | 2,658 | 2,695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 595 | 301 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,049 | 2,159 | 1,890 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,304 | 499 | 805 |
Connectivity of Perungulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Perungulam. As per the 2011 stats, Perungulam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Perungulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Perungulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Perungulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Perungulam
- Where is Perungulam located?
- Perungulam village is situated in Ramanathapuram Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Perungulam?
- Perungulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Perungulam?
- The pincode of Perungulam is 623536, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Perungulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Perungulam is 5,353, with 2,658 males and 2,695 females.
- How many households are there in Perungulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Perungulam village has a total of 1,257 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Perungulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Perungulam is 75.64%. The male literacy rate is 81.23%, while the female literacy rate is 70.13%.