Periyasoragai
Periyasoragai is a village located in Mettur taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Mettur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Periyasoragai village is also a gram panchayat.
Periyasoragai has its own place in the vibrant Salem 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 Periyasoragai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periyasoragai is 633788. The village spans a total geographical area of 1144.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636502. Nangavalli is nearest town to Periyasoragai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Periyasoragai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Edappadi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Salem Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Periyasoragai
Below is a concise population overview of Periyasoragai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 10,566 | 5,708 | 4,858 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,195 | 632 | 563 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 752 | 415 | 337 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | N/A |
Literate Population | 5,329 | 3,293 | 2,036 |
Illiterate Population | 5,237 | 2,415 | 2,822 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Periyasoragai village:
- The total population of Periyasoragai village is around 10,566, including approximately 5,708 males and 4,858 females, with a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,195 children aged 0–6 years in Periyasoragai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Periyasoragai village has 752 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Periyasoragai village is about 50.44%, with male literacy at 57.69% and female literacy at 41.91%.
- There are around 2,525 households in Periyasoragai village.
Connectivity of Periyasoragai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periyasoragai. As per the 2011 stats, Periyasoragai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Periyasoragai
Knowing the nearby villages of Periyasoragai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periyasoragai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periyasoragai
- Where is Periyasoragai located?
- Periyasoragai village is situated in Mettur Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periyasoragai?
- Periyasoragai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Periyasoragai?
- The pincode of Periyasoragai is 636502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periyasoragai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyasoragai is 10,566, with 5,708 males and 4,858 females.
- How many households are there in Periyasoragai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periyasoragai village has a total of 2,525 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periyasoragai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyasoragai is 50.44%. The male literacy rate is 57.69%, while the female literacy rate is 41.91%.