Perigaram

Perigaram is a village located in Polur taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Polur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Perigaram village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Periyagaram is the gram panchayat of Perigaram village.

Perigaram 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 Perigaram

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Perigaram is 631709. The village spans a total geographical area of 941.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606803. Polur is nearest town to Perigaram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

When it comes to local governance, Perigaram 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 Polur 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.

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Population of Perigaram

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,019 2,520 2,499
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 625 334 291
Scheduled Castes (SC) 352 171 181
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,978 1,744 1,234
Illiterate Population 2,041 776 1,265

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

  • The total population of Perigaram village is around 5,019, including approximately 2,520 males and 2,499 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 625 children aged 0–6 years in Perigaram village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Perigaram village has 352 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Perigaram village is about 59.33%, with male literacy at 69.21% and female literacy at 49.38%.
  • There are around 1,164 households in Perigaram village.

Connectivity of Perigaram

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Perigaram. As per the 2011 stats, Perigaram had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 3 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 3 km distance

Nearby Villages of Perigaram

Knowing the nearby villages of Perigaram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Perigaram.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Perigaram

Where is Perigaram located?
Perigaram village is situated in Polur Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Perigaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Perigaram is Periyagaram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Perigaram?
The pincode of Perigaram is 606803, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Perigaram as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Perigaram is 5,019, with 2,520 males and 2,499 females.
How many households are there in Perigaram as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Perigaram village has a total of 1,164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Perigaram as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Perigaram is 59.33%. The male literacy rate is 69.21%, while the female literacy rate is 49.38%.