The Census village code of Periyar is 628109. The village is in Peerumade Taluk, Idukki district, Kerala.
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Periyar village overview
Periyar is recorded in Peerumade Taluk, Idukki district, Kerala. Its Census 2011 village code is 628109. This code helps identify the correct village when names are repeated.
The Census record reports a population of 22,978, 5,749 households, an area of 5,098 hectares, and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males.
Other reported location details include PIN code 685533, CD block Azhutha, and the nearest reported statutory town is Kambam, 52 km away.
Quick facts
- Village
- Periyar
- Village code
- 628109
- Taluk / Sub-District
- Peerumade
- District
- Idukki
- State
- Kerala
- Census year
- 2011
- Population
- 22,978
- Households
- 5,749
- Sex ratio
- 1,016 females per 1,000 males
- Area
- 5,098 hectares
- Population density
- 451 people per sq. km
- PIN code
- 685533
Census code and location hierarchy
The village code is the main Census identifier for Periyar. Use the district and sub-district codes to confirm the record when another village has a similar name.
- State code
- 32
- District code
- 596
- Sub-district code
- 05667
- Village code
- 628109
How to read this Periyar village page
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- Confirm the village using its district, sub-district and Census village code.
- Treat population, households, area and sex ratio as Census 2011 values.
- A blank facility field means the available source did not report that detail.
- Verify present-day facilities, boundaries and official use with the relevant authority.
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Village name | Periyar |
| Census village code | 628109 |
| State | Kerala |
| State code | 32 |
| District | Idukki district |
| District code | 596 |
| Taluk / Sub-District | Peerumade Taluk |
| Sub-district code | 05667 |
| Census year | 2011 |
| Population | 22,978 |
| Households | 5,749 |
| Male population | 11,397 |
| Female population | 11,581 |
| Sex ratio | 1,016 females per 1,000 males |
| Scheduled Castes population | 7,629 |
| Scheduled Tribes population | 373 |
| Area | 5,098 hectares |
| Population density | 451 people per sq. km |
| PIN code | 685533 |
| CD block | Azhutha |
| Gram panchayat | Vandiperiyar, Kumily |
| Nearest statutory town | Kambam |
| Nearest statutory town distance | 52 km |
Facilities and amenities in Periyar
These are historical Census 2011 source fields, not a statement of current service availability.
The source reports 32 of 32 selected facility fields. 23 indicate availability or a positive count. 9 indicate absence or a zero count. A blank field only means that the source did not report it.
Reported categories: Education, Health, Water and sanitation, Communication, Transport and roads, Banking and public services, Power
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| Facility category | Facility or service | Census 2011 status |
|---|---|---|
| Education | Government primary school | Available in village; 2 reported |
| Education | Government middle school | Available in village; 1 reported |
| Education | Government secondary school | Not available in village; 0 reported; nearest facility 5 to 10 km away |
| Education | Government senior secondary school | Not available in village; 0 reported; nearest facility 5 to 10 km away |
| Health | Community health centre | 1 reported |
| Health | Primary health centre | 0 reported |
| Health | Primary health sub-centre | 0 reported |
| Health | Allopathic hospital | 0 reported |
| Health | Dispensary | 3 reported |
| Health | Veterinary hospital | 1 reported |
| Water and sanitation | Treated tap water | Available in village |
| Water and sanitation | Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Water and sanitation | Total sanitation campaign coverage | Available in village |
| Water and sanitation | Community toilet complex | Not available in village |
| Communication | Post office | Available in village |
| Communication | Sub post office | Available in village |
| Communication | Mobile phone coverage | Available in village |
| Communication | Internet / CSC | Not available in village; nearest facility 5 to 10 km away |
| Transport and roads | Public bus service | Available in village |
| Transport and roads | Private bus service | Available in village |
| Transport and roads | Railway station | Not available in village; nearest facility more than 10 km away |
| Transport and roads | Pucca road | Available in village |
| Transport and roads | All-weather road | Available in village |
| Banking and public services | ATM | Available in village |
| Banking and public services | Commercial bank | Available in village |
| Banking and public services | Cooperative bank | Available in village |
| Banking and public services | PDS shop | Available in village |
| Banking and public services | Anganwadi centre | Available in village |
| Banking and public services | ASHA worker | Available in village |
| Power | Domestic power supply | Available in village; 24 hours/day |
| Power | Agriculture power supply | Available in village; 24 hours/day |
| Power | Power supply for all users | Available in village; 24 hours/day |
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| Land-use field | Census 2011 value |
|---|---|
| Non-agricultural use area | 60.72 hectares |
| Barren / uncultivable land | 10.21 hectares |
| Culturable waste land | 75.42 hectares |
| Net area sown | 4,951.65 hectares |
| Total unirrigated land | 4,951.65 hectares |
Other villages in this taluk
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Frequently asked questions
What is the village code of Periyar?
The Census village code of Periyar is 628109.
Where is Periyar village?
Periyar village is in Peerumade Taluk (sub-district) of Idukki district, Kerala.
What is the population of Periyar?
The source reports a population of 22,978 for Periyar.
What is the sex ratio of Periyar?
The Census 2011 sex ratio of Periyar is 1,016 females per 1,000 males.
This page uses the Kerala Census 2011 District Census Handbook village directory. Population, households, area, facilities, and PIN code are shown as reported. Sex ratio and population density are calculated only from reported values.