Perur - Musiri, Tiruchirappalli
Perur is a village situated in the Musiri taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Musiri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Perur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Perur is 635723. The village covers a total geographical area of 1425.5 hectares and falls under the 621205 pincode. Musiri is the nearest town.
Perur 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 Perur
As per Census 2011, Perur village has a total population of 5,691 people, consisting of 2,891 males and 2,800 females. The village has 1,510 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 665 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,645 literate and 2,046 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,468 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Perur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,691 | 2,891 | 2,800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 665 | 342 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,468 | 1,250 | 1,218 |
| Literate Population | 3,645 | 2,065 | 1,580 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,046 | 826 | 1,220 |
Nearby Villages of Perur
Perur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jeyankondam | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Valavandhi (west) | West | 3.07 km |
| Kamatchipatti | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Thiruthalaiyur | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Thulayanatham | North | 4.67 km |
| Thinnakonam | South | 5.19 km |
| Mangalam | North-West | 5.47 km |
| Sukkampatti | East | 5.56 km |
| Mooveli I | South | 6.10 km |
| M.pudupatti West | South-West | 6.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Perur
Perur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pettaivayatalai, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 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 Perur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Perur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Perur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Perur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Perur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Perur
Where is Perur located?
Perur village is located in Musiri Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Perur?
Perur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Perur?
The pincode of Perur is 621205.
What is the population of Perur?
Perur has a total population of 5,691, including 2,891 males and 2,800 females.
How many households are there in Perur?
There are 1,510 households in Perur.
What is the literacy rate in Perur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Perur is 64.05%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 56.43%.