Periyeri

Periyeri is a village located in Attur taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Attur (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Periyeri village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Periyeri unique in its vibrant Attur-Salem region. You’ll see Periyeri’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 Periyeri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periyeri is 634298. The village spans a total geographical area of 1659.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636101. Attur is nearest town to Periyeri village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Periyeri

According to the 2011 Census, Periyeri has a total population of about 4,603, with approximately 2,333 males and 2,270 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 451 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,189 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.26%, with male literacy at about 74.37% and female literacy near 55.90%. There are around 1,251 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Periyeri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,603 2,333 2,270
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 451 250 201
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,189 583 606
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 9 2 7
Literate Population 3,004 1,735 1,269
Illiterate Population 1,599 598 1,001

Connectivity of Periyeri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periyeri. As per the 2011 stats, Periyeri 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 Periyeri

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Periyeri

Where is Periyeri located?

Periyeri village is situated in Attur Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Periyeri?

Periyeri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.

What is the pincode of Periyeri?

The pincode of Periyeri is 636101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Periyeri as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyeri is 4,603, with 2,333 males and 2,270 females.

How many households are there in Periyeri as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Periyeri village has a total of 1,251 households.

What is the literacy rate in Periyeri as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyeri is 65.26%. The male literacy rate is 74.37%, while the female literacy rate is 55.90%.