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.
Perungulam 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Perungulam 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Perungulam village:
- The total population of Perungulam village is around 5,353, including approximately 2,658 males and 2,695 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 595 children aged 0–6 years in Perungulam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Perungulam village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Perungulam village is about 75.64%, with male literacy at 81.23% and female literacy at 70.13%.
- There are around 1,257 households in Perungulam village.
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%.