Palavalam
Palavalam is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Palavalam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Perungapur is the gram panchayat of Palavalam village.
Palavalam has its own place in the vibrant Viluppuram 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 Palavalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palavalam is 632438. The village spans a total geographical area of 455.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606754. Vettavalam is nearest town to Palavalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Palavalam
Below is a concise population overview of Palavalam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,870 | 907 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 90 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 164 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 25 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,187 | 662 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 245 | 438 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palavalam village:
- The total population of Palavalam village is around 1,870, including approximately 907 males and 963 females, with a sex ratio of 1061 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Palavalam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palavalam village has 319 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 63 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palavalam village is about 63.48%, with male literacy at 72.99% and female literacy at 54.52%.
- There are around 437 households in Palavalam village.
Connectivity of Palavalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palavalam. As per the 2011 stats, Palavalam 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 30 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palavalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Palavalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palavalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palavalam
- Where is Palavalam located?
- Palavalam village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palavalam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palavalam is Perungapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palavalam?
- The pincode of Palavalam is 606754, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palavalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palavalam is 1,870, with 907 males and 963 females.
- How many households are there in Palavalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palavalam village has a total of 437 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palavalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palavalam is 63.48%. The male literacy rate is 72.99%, while the female literacy rate is 54.52%.