Perungalathur
Perungalathur is a village located in Cheyyar taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Tiruvethipuram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Perungalathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Perungalathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Perungalathur unique in its vibrant Cheyyar-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Perungalathur’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 Perungalathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Perungalathur is 631329. The village spans a total geographical area of 403.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604407. Thiruvethipuram is nearest town to Perungalathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Perungalathur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Cheyyar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Perungalathur
Population of Perungalathur
According to the 2011 Census, Perungalathur has a total population of about 1,777, with approximately 909 males and 868 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 182 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 454 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.86%, with male literacy at about 80.97% and female literacy near 70.51%. There are around 447 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Perungalathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,777 | 909 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 102 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 454 | 236 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,348 | 736 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 173 | 256 |
Connectivity of Perungalathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Perungalathur. As per the 2011 stats, Perungalathur 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 22 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Perungalathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Perungalathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Perungalathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Perungalathur
- Where is Perungalathur located?
- Perungalathur village is situated in Cheyyar Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Perungalathur?
- Perungalathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Perungalathur?
- The pincode of Perungalathur is 604407, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Perungalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Perungalathur is 1,777, with 909 males and 868 females.
- How many households are there in Perungalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Perungalathur village has a total of 447 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Perungalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Perungalathur is 75.86%. The male literacy rate is 80.97%, while the female literacy rate is 70.51%.