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.
Here you can discover what makes Sikkalur unique in its vibrant Harur-Dharmapuri region. You’ll see Sikkalur’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sikkalur has a total population of about 3,026, with approximately 1,573 males and 1,453 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 396 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,552 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 171. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.31%, with male literacy at about 61.60% and female literacy near 42.26%. There are around 704 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikkalur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.