Periyamur
Periyamur is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Periyamur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Devadanambettai is the gram panchayat of Periyamur village.
Here you can discover what makes Periyamur unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Periyamur’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 Periyamur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periyamur is 632419. The village spans a total geographical area of 188.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604151. Gingee is nearest town to Periyamur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Periyamur
Population of Periyamur
According to the 2011 Census, Periyamur has a total population of about 559, with approximately 295 males and 264 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 235 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 64.58%, with male literacy at about 73.22% and female literacy near 54.92%. There are around 134 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Periyamur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 559 | 295 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 124 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 361 | 216 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 79 | 119 |
Connectivity of Periyamur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periyamur. As per the 2011 stats, Periyamur 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 40 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Periyamur
Knowing the nearby villages of Periyamur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periyamur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periyamur
- Where is Periyamur located?
- Periyamur village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periyamur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Periyamur is Devadanambettai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Periyamur?
- The pincode of Periyamur is 604151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periyamur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyamur is 559, with 295 males and 264 females.
- How many households are there in Periyamur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periyamur village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periyamur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyamur is 64.58%. The male literacy rate is 73.22%, while the female literacy rate is 54.92%.