Piranmalai - Singampunari, Sivaganga
Piranmalai is a village situated in the Singampunari taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 25 km from Tirupathur and around 65 km from Sivaganga. Piranmalai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piranmalai is 639983. The village covers a total geographical area of 1218.99 hectares and falls under the 630502 pincode. Singampunari is the nearest town.
Piranmalai 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 Piranmalai
According to the 2011 Census, Piranmalai village had a total population of 4,145 people, including 2,087 males and 2,058 females, living in 966 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.44%, with male literacy at 83.89% and female literacy at 62.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,102.
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 | 4,145 | 2,087 | 2,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 181 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,102 | 549 | 553 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,785 | 1,599 | 1,186 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,360 | 488 | 872 |
Nearby Villages of Piranmalai
Piranmalai 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 Piranmalai
Piranmalai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Piranmalai is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piranmalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piranmalai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piranmalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piranmalai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Piranmalai
Where is Piranmalai located?
Piranmalai village is located in Singampunari Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piranmalai?
Piranmalai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piranmalai?
The pincode of Piranmalai is 630502.
What is the population of Piranmalai?
Piranmalai had a total population of 4,145, including 2,087 males and 2,058 females.
How many households are there in Piranmalai?
Piranmalai had 966 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piranmalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piranmalai was 73.44%. Male literacy was 83.89% and female literacy was 62.88%.