Peruvalayam
Peruvalayam is a village located in Arakonam taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arakonam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Peruvalayam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Peruvalayam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Peruvalayam unique in its vibrant Arakonam-Vellore region. You’ll see Peruvalayam’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 Peruvalayam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Peruvalayam is 630658. The village spans a total geographical area of 1169.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631052. Panapakkam is nearest town to Peruvalayam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Peruvalayam 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 Sholingur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Peruvalayam
Population of Peruvalayam
According to the 2011 Census, Peruvalayam has a total population of about 2,899, with approximately 1,439 males and 1,460 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 356 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,742 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 61. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.06%, with male literacy at about 74.43% and female literacy near 57.81%. There are around 671 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Peruvalayam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,899 | 1,439 | 1,460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 173 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,742 | 875 | 867 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,915 | 1,071 | 844 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 368 | 616 |
Connectivity of Peruvalayam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Peruvalayam. As per the 2011 stats, Peruvalayam 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 15 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Peruvalayam
Knowing the nearby villages of Peruvalayam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Peruvalayam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Peruvalayam
- Where is Peruvalayam located?
- Peruvalayam village is situated in Arakonam Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Peruvalayam?
- Peruvalayam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Peruvalayam?
- The pincode of Peruvalayam is 631052, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Peruvalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Peruvalayam is 2,899, with 1,439 males and 1,460 females.
- How many households are there in Peruvalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Peruvalayam village has a total of 671 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Peruvalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Peruvalayam is 66.06%. The male literacy rate is 74.43%, while the female literacy rate is 57.81%.