Periyur

Periyur is a village 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.

Periyur has its own place in the vibrant Tirunelveli 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 Periyur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periyur is 642656. The village spans a total geographical area of 1007.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627761. Sankarankoil is nearest town to Periyur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Periyur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,829 875 954
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 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

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

  • The total population of Periyur village is around 1,829, including approximately 875 males and 954 females, with a sex ratio of 1090 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 196 children aged 0–6 years in Periyur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Periyur village has 367 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Periyur village is about 58.34%, with male literacy at 69.26% and female literacy at 48.32%.
  • There are around 511 households in Periyur village.

Connectivity of Periyur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periyur. As per the 2011 stats, Periyur 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Periyur

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

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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%.