Sigaralahalli - Pennagaram, Dharmapuri
Sigaralahalli is a village situated in the Pennagaram taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pennagaram and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Billiyanoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sigaralahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sigaralahalli is 643638. The village covers a total geographical area of 1493.12 hectares and falls under the 636810 pincode. Palakkodu is the nearest town.
Sigaralahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pennagaram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sigaralahalli
As per Census 2011, Sigaralahalli village has a total population of 8,639 people, consisting of 4,563 males and 4,076 females. The village has 1,900 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 922 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,169 literate and 3,470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 546 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sigaralahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,639 | 4,563 | 4,076 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 922 | 474 | 448 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 546 | 283 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 5,169 | 3,154 | 2,015 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,470 | 1,409 | 2,061 |
Nearby Villages of Sigaralahalli
Sigaralahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Konangihalli | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Somenahalli | East | 3.89 km |
| Thithiyoppanahalli | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Pangunatham | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Anjehalli | West | 4.76 km |
| Mookkanahalli | East | 4.97 km |
| Kumbalapadi | South-East | 5.59 km |
| Echanahalli | South-West | 6.92 km |
| Dhalavaihalli | East | 6.96 km |
| Peyalmari | South-West | 7.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sigaralahalli
Sigaralahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dharmapuri, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Sigaralahalli is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sigaralahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sigaralahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sigaralahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sigaralahalli 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 Sigaralahalli
Where is Sigaralahalli located?
Sigaralahalli village is located in Pennagaram Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sigaralahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sigaralahalli is Billiyanoor.
What is the pincode of Sigaralahalli?
The pincode of Sigaralahalli is 636810.
What is the population of Sigaralahalli?
Sigaralahalli has a total population of 8,639, including 4,563 males and 4,076 females.
How many households are there in Sigaralahalli?
There are 1,900 households in Sigaralahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Sigaralahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sigaralahalli is 59.83%. Male literacy is 69.12% and female literacy is 49.44%.