Peral
Peral is a village located in Sankarapuram taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarapuram (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Peral village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Peral unique in its vibrant Sankarapuram-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Peral’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 Peral
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Peral is 633362. The village spans a total geographical area of 530.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606205. Thiyagadurgam is nearest town to Peral village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Peral 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 Rishivandiyam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Peral
Population of Peral
According to the 2011 Census, Peral has a total population of about 1,438, with approximately 707 males and 731 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 157 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 924 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 51.74%, with male literacy at about 60.82% and female literacy near 42.95%. There are around 318 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Peral's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,438 | 707 | 731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 71 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 924 | 449 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 744 | 430 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 694 | 277 | 417 |
Connectivity of Peral
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Peral. As per the 2011 stats, Peral 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Peral
Knowing the nearby villages of Peral helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Peral.
Frequently Asked Questions about Peral
- Where is Peral located?
- Peral village is situated in Sankarapuram Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Peral?
- Peral serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Peral?
- The pincode of Peral is 606205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Peral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Peral is 1,438, with 707 males and 731 females.
- How many households are there in Peral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Peral village has a total of 318 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Peral as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Peral is 51.74%. The male literacy rate is 60.82%, while the female literacy rate is 42.95%.