Periyakkadu - Yercaud, Salem
Periyakkadu is a village situated in the Yercaud taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yercaud and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Semmanatham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Periyakkadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Periyakkadu is 634080. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.44 hectares and falls under the 636602 pincode. Kadayampatti is the nearest town.
Periyakkadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yercaud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Periyakkadu
According to the 2011 Census, Periyakkadu village had a total population of 471 people, including 235 males and 236 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.91%, with male literacy at 61.90% and female literacy at 41.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 442.
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 | 471 | 235 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 442 | 219 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 130 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 105 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Periyakkadu
Periyakkadu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Periyakkadu
Public transport in the Periyakkadu is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Periyakkadu is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Periyakkadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Periyakkadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Periyakkadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Periyakkadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Periyakkadu
Where is Periyakkadu located?
Periyakkadu village is located in Yercaud Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periyakkadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Periyakkadu is Semmanatham.
What is the pincode of Periyakkadu?
The pincode of Periyakkadu is 636602.
What is the population of Periyakkadu?
Periyakkadu had a total population of 471, including 235 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Periyakkadu?
Periyakkadu had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Periyakkadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Periyakkadu was 51.91%. Male literacy was 61.90% and female literacy was 41.83%.