Periavalavadi - Udumalaipettai, Tiruppur
Periavalavadi is a village situated in the Udumalaipettai taluka of Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udumalaipettai and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Tiruppur. Periyavalavadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Periavalavadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Periavalavadi is 644847. The village covers a total geographical area of 923.47 hectares and falls under the 642132 pincode. Udumalaipettai is the nearest town.
Periavalavadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madathukulam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pollachi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Periavalavadi
As per Census 2011, Periavalavadi village has a total population of 2,896 people, consisting of 1,407 males and 1,489 females. The village has 888 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,006 literate and 890 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Periavalavadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,896 | 1,407 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 86 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 207 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,006 | 1,090 | 916 |
| Illiterate Population | 890 | 317 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Periavalavadi
Periavalavadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinnavalavadi | North | 0.66 km |
| Jallipatti | South | 1.33 km |
| Modakkupatti | West | 2.12 km |
| Southboothinatham | East | 2.38 km |
| R. Velur | North | 3.16 km |
| Sarkarpudur | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Deepalapatti | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Pallapalayam | East | 4.28 km |
| North Boothinatham | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Reddipalayam | West | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Periavalavadi
Periavalavadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pollachi Jn, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruppur to Periavalavadi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Periavalavadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Periavalavadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Periavalavadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Periavalavadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Periavalavadi
Where is Periavalavadi located?
Periavalavadi village is located in Udumalaipettai Taluka, Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periavalavadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Periavalavadi is Periyavalavadi.
What is the pincode of Periavalavadi?
The pincode of Periavalavadi is 642132.
What is the population of Periavalavadi?
Periavalavadi has a total population of 2,896, including 1,407 males and 1,489 females.
How many households are there in Periavalavadi?
There are 888 households in Periavalavadi.
What is the literacy rate in Periavalavadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Periavalavadi is 69.27%. Male literacy is 77.47% and female literacy is 61.52%.