Periyakothur

Periyakothur is a village located in Needamangalam taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Needamangalam (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Periya Kothur is the gram panchayat of Periyakothur village.

Periyakothur has its own place in the vibrant Thiruvarur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Periyakothur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periyakothur is 638191. The village spans a total geographical area of 293.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 610206. Kuthanallur is nearest town to Periyakothur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Periyakothur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Thiruvarur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Periyakothur

Below is a concise population overview of Periyakothur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 824 417 407
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 54 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 537 274 263
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 555 303 252
Illiterate Population 269 114 155

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Periyakothur village:

  • The total population of Periyakothur village is around 824, including approximately 417 males and 407 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Periyakothur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Periyakothur village has 537 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Periyakothur village is about 67.35%, with male literacy at 72.66% and female literacy at 61.92%.
  • There are around 206 households in Periyakothur village.

Connectivity of Periyakothur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periyakothur. As per the 2011 stats, Periyakothur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Periyakothur

Knowing the nearby villages of Periyakothur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periyakothur.

Kakkaiyadi Vadapathimangalam Harichandrapuram Pullamangalam Kiliyanoor Manakkarai Palakurichy Chithraiyur Sendangudi Kulamanickam Movattagudi

Frequently Asked Questions about Periyakothur

Where is Periyakothur located?
Periyakothur village is situated in Needamangalam Taluka, within the Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periyakothur?
The Gram Panchayat of Periyakothur is Periya Kothur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Periyakothur?
The pincode of Periyakothur is 610206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Periyakothur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyakothur is 824, with 417 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Periyakothur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Periyakothur village has a total of 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Periyakothur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyakothur is 67.35%. The male literacy rate is 72.66%, while the female literacy rate is 61.92%.