Panaiyur
Panaiyur is a village located in Sankarankoil taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarankoil (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Panaiyoor is the gram panchayat of Panaiyur village.
Here you can discover what makes Panaiyur unique in its vibrant Sankarankoil-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Panaiyur’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 Panaiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panaiyur is 642655. The village spans a total geographical area of 1542.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627761. Sankarankoil is nearest town to Panaiyur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Panaiyur
Population of Panaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Panaiyur has a total population of about 5,050, with approximately 2,465 males and 2,585 females. The sex ratio is around 1048 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 521 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,716 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.21%, with male literacy at about 74.04% and female literacy near 60.70%. There are around 1,445 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panaiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,050 | 2,465 | 2,585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 521 | 266 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,716 | 842 | 874 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,394 | 1,825 | 1,569 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,656 | 640 | 1,016 |
Connectivity of Panaiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Panaiyur 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 Panaiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Panaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panaiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panaiyur
- Where is Panaiyur located?
- Panaiyur village is situated in Sankarankoil Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panaiyur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Panaiyur is Panaiyoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Panaiyur?
- The pincode of Panaiyur is 627761, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panaiyur is 5,050, with 2,465 males and 2,585 females.
- How many households are there in Panaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panaiyur village has a total of 1,445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panaiyur is 67.21%. The male literacy rate is 74.04%, while the female literacy rate is 60.70%.