Perunkottur
Perunkottur is a village located in Sankarankoil taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarankoil (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Perunkottur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Perunkottur unique in its vibrant Sankarankoil-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Perunkottur’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 Perunkottur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Perunkottur is 642665. The village spans a total geographical area of 1065.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627756. Sankarankoil is nearest town to Perunkottur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Perunkottur
Population of Perunkottur
According to the 2011 Census, Perunkottur has a total population of about 2,339, with approximately 1,120 males and 1,219 females. The sex ratio is around 1088 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,811 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 68.19%, with male literacy at about 77.95% and female literacy near 59.23%. There are around 627 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Perunkottur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,339 | 1,120 | 1,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 115 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,811 | 868 | 943 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,595 | 873 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 247 | 497 |
Connectivity of Perunkottur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Perunkottur. As per the 2011 stats, Perunkottur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Perunkottur
Knowing the nearby villages of Perunkottur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Perunkottur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Perunkottur
- Where is Perunkottur located?
- Perunkottur village is situated in Sankarankoil Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Perunkottur?
- Perunkottur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Perunkottur?
- The pincode of Perunkottur is 627756, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Perunkottur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Perunkottur is 2,339, with 1,120 males and 1,219 females.
- How many households are there in Perunkottur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Perunkottur village has a total of 627 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Perunkottur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Perunkottur is 68.19%. The male literacy rate is 77.95%, while the female literacy rate is 59.23%.