Sikkalur - Harur, Dharmapuri
Sikkalur is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Periyapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikkalur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikkalur is 643360. The village covers a total geographical area of 1093.41 hectares and falls under the 636907 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Sikkalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikkalur
As per Census 2011, Sikkalur village has a total population of 3,026 people, consisting of 1,573 males and 1,453 females. The village has 704 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,583 literate and 1,443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,552 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 171 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikkalur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sikkalur
Sikkalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Runganavalasai | North | 2.05 km |
| Thanippadi | West | 2.51 km |
| Vedapatti | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Periyapatti | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Mothakkal | East | 3.55 km |
| Senrayampatti | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Mandikulampatti | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Melmuthanur | East | 4.73 km |
| Naripalli | South-West | 4.90 km |
| Beemarapatti | South-East | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sikkalur
Sikkalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Doddampatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Sikkalur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikkalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikkalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sikkalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikkalur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sikkalur
Where is Sikkalur located?
Sikkalur village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikkalur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikkalur is Periyapatti.
What is the pincode of Sikkalur?
The pincode of Sikkalur is 636907.
What is the population of Sikkalur?
Sikkalur has a total population of 3,026, including 1,573 males and 1,453 females.
How many households are there in Sikkalur?
There are 704 households in Sikkalur.
What is the literacy rate in Sikkalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikkalur is 52.31%. Male literacy is 61.60% and female literacy is 42.26%.