Siruvathur - Panruti, Cuddalore
Siruvathur is a village situated in the Panruti taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panruti and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Siruvathur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siruvathur is 636570. The village covers a total geographical area of 736.08 hectares and falls under the 607106 pincode. Panruti is the nearest town.
Siruvathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Neyveli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuddalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siruvathur
As per Census 2011, Siruvathur village has a total population of 5,429 people, consisting of 2,736 males and 2,693 females. The village has 1,275 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 759 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,907 literate and 2,522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 563 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siruvathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,429 | 2,736 | 2,693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 759 | 415 | 344 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 563 | 274 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,907 | 1,652 | 1,255 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,522 | 1,084 | 1,438 |
Nearby Villages of Siruvathur
Siruvathur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Anguchettipalayam | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Elandampattu | West | 2.26 km |
| Semmedu | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Semakottai | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Maligampattu | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Talambattu | South | 3.06 km |
| Manappakkam | North | 3.21 km |
| Rayarpalayam | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Panikkankuppam | East | 4.07 km |
| Kottambakkam | North-East | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siruvathur
Public transport in the Siruvathur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panruti, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Siruvathur is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siruvathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siruvathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siruvathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siruvathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Siruvathur
Where is Siruvathur located?
Siruvathur village is located in Panruti Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siruvathur?
Siruvathur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siruvathur?
The pincode of Siruvathur is 607106.
What is the population of Siruvathur?
Siruvathur has a total population of 5,429, including 2,736 males and 2,693 females.
How many households are there in Siruvathur?
There are 1,275 households in Siruvathur.
What is the literacy rate in Siruvathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siruvathur is 53.55%. Male literacy is 60.38% and female literacy is 46.60%.