Palaiyur - Karaikkudi, Sivaganga
Palaiyur is a village situated in the Karaikkudi taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karaikkudi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Vengavayal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palaiyur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palaiyur is 640073. The village covers a total geographical area of 980.4 hectares and falls under the 630104 pincode. Puduvayal is the nearest town.
Palaiyur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruppattur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Palaiyur village had a total population of 891 people, including 441 males and 450 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.39%, with male literacy at 83.93% and female literacy at 64.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 891 | 441 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 49 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 581 | 329 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 112 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Palaiyur
Palaiyur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kallankudi | North-West | 2.01 km |
| K.rayapuram | North | 4.03 km |
| Pallathur | North-West | 4.60 km |
| Kulappadi | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Melamanakkudi | South | 5.23 km |
| Velangudi R.f. | West | 5.67 km |
| Mathur | South | 5.69 km |
| Pananvayal (a )pannampatti | East | 5.82 km |
| Kothari | North-West | 6.46 km |
| Vellipatti | North-East | 6.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palaiyur
Public transport in the Palaiyur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kottaiyur, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivaganga to Palaiyur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palaiyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palaiyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palaiyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palaiyur 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 Palaiyur
Where is Palaiyur located?
Palaiyur village is located in Karaikkudi Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palaiyur?
The Gram Panchayat of Palaiyur is Vengavayal.
What is the pincode of Palaiyur?
The pincode of Palaiyur is 630104.
What is the population of Palaiyur?
Palaiyur had a total population of 891, including 441 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Palaiyur?
Palaiyur had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palaiyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palaiyur was 74.39%. Male literacy was 83.93% and female literacy was 64.78%.