Sitteri - Pappireddipatti, Dharmapuri
Sitteri is a village situated in the Pappireddipatti taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pappireddipatti and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Sitheri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitteri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitteri is 643511. The village covers a total geographical area of 2241.93 hectares and falls under the 636903 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Sitteri 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 Sitteri
As per Census 2011, Sitteri village has a total population of 8,370 people, consisting of 4,308 males and 4,062 females. The village has 1,842 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 911 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,520 literate and 3,850 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8,215 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitteri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,370 | 4,308 | 4,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 911 | 479 | 432 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8,215 | 4,219 | 3,996 |
| Literate Population | 4,520 | 2,583 | 1,937 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,850 | 1,725 | 2,125 |
Nearby Villages of Sitteri
Sitteri is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sitteri
Sitteri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sitteri is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitteri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitteri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sitteri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitteri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sitteri
Where is Sitteri located?
Sitteri village is located in Pappireddipatti Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitteri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitteri is Sitheri.
What is the pincode of Sitteri?
The pincode of Sitteri is 636903.
What is the population of Sitteri?
Sitteri has a total population of 8,370, including 4,308 males and 4,062 females.
How many households are there in Sitteri?
There are 1,842 households in Sitteri.
What is the literacy rate in Sitteri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitteri is 54.00%. Male literacy is 59.96% and female literacy is 47.69%.