Sunchalnatham - Pennagaram, Dharmapuri
Sunchalnatham is a village situated in the Pennagaram taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pennagaram and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Sunchalnatham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunchalnatham is 643657. The village covers a total geographical area of 1948.68 hectares and falls under the 636810 pincode. Pennagaram is the nearest town.
Sunchalnatham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmapuri Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sunchalnatham
According to the 2011 Census, Sunchalnatham village had a total population of 9,548 people, including 5,088 males and 4,460 females, living in 2,337 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.87%, with male literacy at 72.58% and female literacy at 54.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,300, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 232.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,548 | 5,088 | 4,460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,120 | 613 | 507 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,300 | 705 | 595 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 124 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 5,383 | 3,248 | 2,135 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,165 | 1,840 | 2,325 |
Nearby Villages of Sunchalnatham
Sunchalnatham 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 Sunchalnatham
Sunchalnatham 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 Sunchalnatham is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunchalnatham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunchalnatham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sunchalnatham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunchalnatham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sunchalnatham
Where is Sunchalnatham located?
Sunchalnatham village is located in Pennagaram Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sunchalnatham?
Sunchalnatham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunchalnatham?
The pincode of Sunchalnatham is 636810.
What is the population of Sunchalnatham?
Sunchalnatham had a total population of 9,548, including 5,088 males and 4,460 females.
How many households are there in Sunchalnatham?
Sunchalnatham had 2,337 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunchalnatham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunchalnatham was 63.87%. Male literacy was 72.58% and female literacy was 54.01%.