Periyur
About Periyur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Periyur village is 642656. Periyur village is located in Sankarankoil taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarankoil (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Periyoor is the gram panchayat of Periyur village.
The total geographical area of village is 1007.35 hectares. Periyur has a total population of 1,829 peoples, out of which male population is 875 while female population is 954. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1090 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of periyur village is 58.34% out of which 69.26% males and 48.32% females are literate. There are about 511 houses in periyur village. Pincode of periyur village locality is 627761.
Sankarankoil is nearest town to periyur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Periyur
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,829 | 875 | 954 |
| Children (0-6) | 196 | 99 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 172 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 606 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 269 | 493 |
Connectivity of Periyur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Periyur
Where is Periyur located?
Periyur village is situated in Sankarankoil Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periyur?
The Gram Panchayat of Periyur is Periyoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Periyur?
The pincode of Periyur is 627761, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Periyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyur is 1,829, with 875 males and 954 females.
How many households are there in Periyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Periyur village has a total of 511 households.
What is the literacy rate in Periyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyur is 58.34%. The male literacy rate is 69.26%, while the female literacy rate is 48.32%.