Periyakurukkai
Periyakurukkai is a village located in Ulundurpettai taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Ulundurpettai (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Periyakurukkai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Periyakurukkai unique in its vibrant Ulundurpettai-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Periyakurukkai’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 Periyakurukkai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periyakurukkai is 633617. The village spans a total geographical area of 793.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 607102. Ulundurpettai is nearest town to Periyakurukkai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Periyakurukkai
Population of Periyakurukkai
According to the 2011 Census, Periyakurukkai has a total population of about 3,634, with approximately 1,868 males and 1,766 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 454 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 539 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 51.65%, with male literacy at about 62.79% and female literacy near 39.86%. There are around 721 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Periyakurukkai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,634 | 1,868 | 1,766 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 454 | 235 | 219 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 279 | 260 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,877 | 1,173 | 704 |
Illiterate Population | 1,757 | 695 | 1,062 |
Connectivity of Periyakurukkai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periyakurukkai. As per the 2011 stats, Periyakurukkai 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Periyakurukkai
Knowing the nearby villages of Periyakurukkai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periyakurukkai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periyakurukkai
- Where is Periyakurukkai located?
- Periyakurukkai village is situated in Ulundurpettai Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periyakurukkai?
- Periyakurukkai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Periyakurukkai?
- The pincode of Periyakurukkai is 607102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periyakurukkai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periyakurukkai is 3,634, with 1,868 males and 1,766 females.
- How many households are there in Periyakurukkai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periyakurukkai village has a total of 721 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periyakurukkai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periyakurukkai is 51.65%. The male literacy rate is 62.79%, while the female literacy rate is 39.86%.