Palayam
Palayam is a village located in Arani taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Arani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Palayam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Saduperipalayam is the gram panchayat of Palayam village.
Palayam has its own place in the vibrant Tiruvannamalai 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 Palayam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palayam is 631195. The village spans a total geographical area of 766.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606903. Arani is nearest town to Palayam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Palayam village comes under Arani assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Palayam
Population of Palayam
Below is a concise population overview of Palayam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,901 | 2,432 | 2,469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 608 | 298 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,554 | 763 | 791 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,313 | 1,858 | 1,455 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,588 | 574 | 1,014 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palayam village:
- The total population of Palayam village is around 4,901, including approximately 2,432 males and 2,469 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 608 children aged 0–6 years in Palayam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palayam village has 1,554 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palayam village is about 67.60%, with male literacy at 76.40% and female literacy at 58.93%.
- There are around 1,153 households in Palayam village.
Connectivity of Palayam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palayam. As per the 2011 stats, Palayam 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 7 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palayam
Knowing the nearby villages of Palayam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palayam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palayam
- Where is Palayam located?
- Palayam village is situated in Arani Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palayam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palayam is Saduperipalayam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palayam?
- The pincode of Palayam is 606903, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palayam is 4,901, with 2,432 males and 2,469 females.
- How many households are there in Palayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palayam village has a total of 1,153 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palayam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palayam is 67.60%. The male literacy rate is 76.40%, while the female literacy rate is 58.93%.