Periyakkottai
Periyakkottai is a village located in Pattukkottai taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Pattukkottai (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Periyakkottai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Periyakkottai unique in its vibrant Pattukkottai-Thanjavur region. You’ll see Periyakkottai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Periyakkottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periyakkottai is 639009. The village spans a total geographical area of 719.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614903. Madukkur is nearest town to Periyakkottai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Periyakkottai
Population of Periyakkottai
According to the 2011 Census, Periyakkottai has a total population of about 2,757, with approximately 1,270 males and 1,487 females. The sex ratio is around 1170 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 248 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.77%, with male literacy at about 77.09% and female literacy near 65.37%. There are around 760 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Periyakkottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,757 | 1,270 | 1,487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 110 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 113 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,951 | 979 | 972 |
| Illiterate Population | 806 | 291 | 515 |
Connectivity of Periyakkottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periyakkottai. As per the 2011 stats, Periyakkottai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Periyakkottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Periyakkottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periyakkottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periyakkottai
- Where is Periyakkottai located?
- Periyakkottai village is situated in Pattukkottai Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periyakkottai?
- Periyakkottai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Periyakkottai?
- The pincode of Periyakkottai is 614903, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periyakkottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyakkottai is 2,757, with 1,270 males and 1,487 females.
- How many households are there in Periyakkottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periyakkottai village has a total of 760 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periyakkottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyakkottai is 70.77%. The male literacy rate is 77.09%, while the female literacy rate is 65.37%.