Periakottai
About Periakottai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Periakottai village is 640077. Periakottai village is located in Karaikkudi taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Karaikkudi (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Periyakottai is the gram panchayat of Periakottai village.
The total geographical area of village is 773 hectares. Periakottai has a total population of 2,929 peoples, out of which male population is 1,445 while female population is 1,484. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1026 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of periakottai village is 60.23% out of which 71.00% males and 49.73% females are literate. There are about 714 houses in periakottai village. Pincode of periakottai village locality is 630108.
When it comes to administration, Periakottai village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Periakottai village comes under Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency. Puduvayal is nearest town to periakottai village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Periakottai
The population details of Periakottai cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,929 | 1,445 | 1,484 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 353 | 181 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 272 | 152 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,764 | 1,026 | 738 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,165 | 419 | 746 |
Connectivity of Periakottai
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Periakottai
Where is Periakottai located?
Periakottai village is situated in Karaikkudi Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periakottai?
The Gram Panchayat of Periakottai is Periyakottai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Periakottai?
The pincode of Periakottai is 630108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Periakottai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periakottai is 2,929, with 1,445 males and 1,484 females.
How many households are there in Periakottai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Periakottai village has a total of 714 households.
What is the literacy rate in Periakottai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periakottai is 60.23%. The male literacy rate is 71.00%, while the female literacy rate is 49.73%.