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.

Perunkottur 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 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.

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Population of Perunkottur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Perunkottur village is around 2,339, including approximately 1,120 males and 1,219 females, with a sex ratio of 1088 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 235 children aged 0–6 years in Perunkottur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Perunkottur village has 1,811 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Perunkottur village is about 68.19%, with male literacy at 77.95% and female literacy at 59.23%.
  • There are around 627 households in Perunkottur village.

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%.