Sethiyur
Sethiyur is a village located in Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Chidambaram (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Sethiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sethiyur unique in its vibrant Chidambaram-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Sethiyur’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 Sethiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sethiyur is 636874. The village spans a total geographical area of 238.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608305. Chidambaram is nearest town to Sethiyur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sethiyur
Population of Sethiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Sethiyur has a total population of about 1,403, with approximately 694 males and 709 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 146 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 904 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 75.27%, with male literacy at about 79.68% and female literacy near 70.94%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sethiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,403 | 694 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 904 | 449 | 455 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,056 | 553 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 141 | 206 |
Connectivity of Sethiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sethiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Sethiyur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sethiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sethiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sethiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sethiyur
- Where is Sethiyur located?
- Sethiyur village is situated in Chidambaram Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sethiyur?
- Sethiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sethiyur?
- The pincode of Sethiyur is 608305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sethiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sethiyur is 1,403, with 694 males and 709 females.
- How many households are there in Sethiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sethiyur village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sethiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sethiyur is 75.27%. The male literacy rate is 79.68%, while the female literacy rate is 70.94%.