Perungalathur
Perungalathur is a village located in Arakonam taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arakonam 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 Arakonam-Vellore 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 630562. The village spans a total geographical area of 817.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631003. Tiruttani is nearest town to Perungalathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
As per 2019 stats, Perungalathur village comes under Arakkonam assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Perungalathur
Population of Perungalathur
According to the 2011 Census, Perungalathur has a total population of about 3,490, with approximately 1,723 males and 1,767 females. The sex ratio is around 1025 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 430 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 760 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.00%, with male literacy at about 68.14% and female literacy near 50.08%. There are around 847 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 | 3,490 | 1,723 | 1,767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 241 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 760 | 381 | 379 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,059 | 1,174 | 885 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,431 | 549 | 882 |
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 6 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 Arakonam Taluka, within the Vellore 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 631003, 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 3,490, with 1,723 males and 1,767 females.
- How many households are there in Perungalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Perungalathur village has a total of 847 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Perungalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Perungalathur is 59.00%. The male literacy rate is 68.14%, while the female literacy rate is 50.08%.