Periyapagandai
Periyapagandai is a village located in Sankarapuram taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarapuram (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Periyapagandai village is also a gram panchayat.
Periyapagandai 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 Periyapagandai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periyapagandai is 633324. The village spans a total geographical area of 444.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 605801. Sankarapuram is nearest town to Periyapagandai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Periyapagandai 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.
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Population of Periyapagandai
Below is a concise population overview of Periyapagandai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,547 | 778 | 769 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 85 | 88 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 902 | 471 | 431 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,008 | 576 | 432 |
Illiterate Population | 539 | 202 | 337 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Periyapagandai village:
- The total population of Periyapagandai village is around 1,547, including approximately 778 males and 769 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 173 children aged 0–6 years in Periyapagandai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Periyapagandai village has 902 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Periyapagandai village is about 65.16%, with male literacy at 74.04% and female literacy at 56.18%.
- There are around 341 households in Periyapagandai village.
Connectivity of Periyapagandai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periyapagandai. As per the 2011 stats, Periyapagandai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Periyapagandai
Knowing the nearby villages of Periyapagandai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periyapagandai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periyapagandai
- Where is Periyapagandai located?
- Periyapagandai village is situated in Sankarapuram Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periyapagandai?
- Periyapagandai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Periyapagandai?
- The pincode of Periyapagandai is 605801, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periyapagandai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyapagandai is 1,547, with 778 males and 769 females.
- How many households are there in Periyapagandai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periyapagandai village has a total of 341 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periyapagandai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyapagandai is 65.16%. The male literacy rate is 74.04%, while the female literacy rate is 56.18%.