Periakottakudi
About Periakottakudi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Periakottakudi village is 640096. Periakottakudi village is located in Karaikkudi taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Karaikkudi (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Periakottagudi is the gram panchayat of Periakottakudi village.
The total geographical area of village is 1088.57 hectares. Periakottakudi has a total population of 1,160 peoples, out of which male population is 602 while female population is 558. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 926 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of periakottakudi village is 65.78% out of which 73.75% males and 57.17% females are literate. There are about 282 houses in periakottakudi village. Pincode of periakottakudi village locality is 630308.
When it comes to administration, Periakottakudi 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, Periakottakudi village comes under Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency. Puduvayal is nearest town to periakottakudi village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Periakottakudi
The population details of Periakottakudi 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 | 1,160 | 602 | 558 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 523 | 262 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 763 | 444 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 158 | 239 |
Connectivity of Periakottakudi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Periakottakudi
Where is Periakottakudi located?
Periakottakudi village is situated in Karaikkudi Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periakottakudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Periakottakudi is Periakottagudi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Periakottakudi?
The pincode of Periakottakudi is 630308, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Periakottakudi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periakottakudi is 1,160, with 602 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Periakottakudi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Periakottakudi village has a total of 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Periakottakudi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periakottakudi is 65.78%. The male literacy rate is 73.75%, while the female literacy rate is 57.17%.