Sikkalur
Sikkalur is a village located in Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Harur (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Dharmapuri. As per 2009 stats, Periyapatti is the gram panchayat of Sikkalur village.
Sikkalur has its own place in the vibrant Dharmapuri 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 Sikkalur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikkalur is 643360. The village spans a total geographical area of 1093.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636906. Harur is nearest town to Sikkalur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sikkalur
Population of Sikkalur
Below is a concise population overview of Sikkalur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,026 | 1,573 | 1,453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 197 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,552 | 802 | 750 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 1,583 | 969 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,443 | 604 | 839 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikkalur village:
- The total population of Sikkalur village is around 3,026, including approximately 1,573 males and 1,453 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 396 children aged 0–6 years in Sikkalur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sikkalur village has 1,552 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 171 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sikkalur village is about 52.31%, with male literacy at 61.60% and female literacy at 42.26%.
- There are around 704 households in Sikkalur village.
Connectivity of Sikkalur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikkalur. As per the 2011 stats, Sikkalur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikkalur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikkalur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikkalur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikkalur
- Where is Sikkalur located?
- Sikkalur village is situated in Harur Taluka, within the Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikkalur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikkalur is Periyapatti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikkalur?
- The pincode of Sikkalur is 636906, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikkalur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikkalur is 3,026, with 1,573 males and 1,453 females.
- How many households are there in Sikkalur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikkalur village has a total of 704 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikkalur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikkalur is 52.31%. The male literacy rate is 61.60%, while the female literacy rate is 42.26%.