Peramangalam - Musiri, Tiruchirappalli
Peramangalam is a village situated in the Musiri taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Musiri and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Peramangalam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peramangalam is 635736. The village covers a total geographical area of 1181.55 hectares and falls under the 621006 pincode. Manachanallur is the nearest town.
Peramangalam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manachanallur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Perambalur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Peramangalam
According to the 2011 Census, Peramangalam village had a total population of 3,774 people, including 1,872 males and 1,902 females, living in 1,038 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.52%, with male literacy at 87.98% and female literacy at 71.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 481.
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 | 3,774 | 1,872 | 1,902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 217 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 237 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,667 | 1,456 | 1,211 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,107 | 416 | 691 |
Nearby Villages of Peramangalam
Peramangalam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pulivalam | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Kattukulam | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Sirugudi | East | 4.18 km |
| Siruppathur | East | 4.34 km |
| Moovanur | West | 4.52 km |
| Thiruvallarai | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Vengaimandalam | South-West | 6.34 km |
| Theerampalayam | South | 6.88 km |
| Thinnanur | North | 6.90 km |
| Valaiyur | East | 7.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peramangalam
Peramangalam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mekkudi, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.1 km.
| 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 Tiruchirappalli to Peramangalam is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peramangalam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peramangalam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peramangalam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peramangalam 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 Peramangalam
Where is Peramangalam located?
Peramangalam village is located in Musiri Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peramangalam?
Peramangalam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Peramangalam?
The pincode of Peramangalam is 621006.
What is the population of Peramangalam?
Peramangalam had a total population of 3,774, including 1,872 males and 1,902 females.
How many households are there in Peramangalam?
Peramangalam had 1,038 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peramangalam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peramangalam was 79.52%. Male literacy was 87.98% and female literacy was 71.28%.