Periyankuppam
About Periyankuppam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Periyankuppam village is 631021. Periyankuppam village is located in Ambur taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Ambur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Periyankuppam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Periyankuppam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 548.23 hectares. Periyankuppam has a total population of 9,444 peoples, out of which male population is 4,710 while female population is 4,734. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1005 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of periyankuppam village is 70.70% out of which 75.88% males and 65.55% females are literate. There are about 2,139 houses in periyankuppam village. Pincode of periyankuppam village locality is 635814.
When it comes to administration, Periyankuppam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Periyankuppam village comes under Ambur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Vellore Lok Sabha constituency. Ambur is nearest town to periyankuppam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Periyankuppam
The population details of Periyankuppam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,444 | 4,710 | 4,734 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,107 | 570 | 537 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 3,727 | 1,838 | 1,889 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 6,677 | 3,574 | 3,103 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,767 | 1,136 | 1,631 |
Connectivity of Periyankuppam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Periyankuppam
Where is Periyankuppam located?
Periyankuppam village is situated in Ambur Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periyankuppam?
Periyankuppam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Periyankuppam?
The pincode of Periyankuppam is 635814, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Periyankuppam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyankuppam is 9,444, with 4,710 males and 4,734 females.
How many households are there in Periyankuppam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Periyankuppam village has a total of 2,139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Periyankuppam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyankuppam is 70.70%. The male literacy rate is 75.88%, while the female literacy rate is 65.55%.