Perumpathur
Perumpathur is a village located in Sankarankoil taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarankoil (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Perumpathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Perumpathur unique in its vibrant Sankarankoil-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Perumpathur’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 Perumpathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Perumpathur is 642662. The village spans a total geographical area of 1392.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627756. Sankarankoil is nearest town to Perumpathur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Perumpathur
Population of Perumpathur
According to the 2011 Census, Perumpathur has a total population of about 4,810, with approximately 2,359 males and 2,451 females. The sex ratio is around 1038 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 480 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,222 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.09%, with male literacy at about 73.97% and female literacy near 56.55%. There are around 1,348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Perumpathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,810 | 2,359 | 2,451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 249 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,222 | 1,566 | 1,656 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,131 | 1,745 | 1,386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,679 | 614 | 1,065 |
Connectivity of Perumpathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Perumpathur. As per the 2011 stats, Perumpathur 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 Perumpathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Perumpathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Perumpathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Perumpathur
- Where is Perumpathur located?
- Perumpathur village is situated in Sankarankoil Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Perumpathur?
- Perumpathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Perumpathur?
- The pincode of Perumpathur is 627756, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Perumpathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Perumpathur is 4,810, with 2,359 males and 2,451 females.
- How many households are there in Perumpathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Perumpathur village has a total of 1,348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Perumpathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Perumpathur is 65.09%. The male literacy rate is 73.97%, while the female literacy rate is 56.55%.