Sirugudi - Natham, Dindigul
Sirugudi is a village situated in the Natham taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Natham and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Sirukudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirugudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirugudi is 635305. The village covers a total geographical area of 1846.67 hectares and falls under the 624402 pincode. Natham is the nearest town.
Sirugudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Natham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirugudi
As per Census 2011, Sirugudi village has a total population of 9,524 people, consisting of 4,770 males and 4,754 females. The village has 2,315 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 928 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,002 literate and 3,522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,669 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirugudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,524 | 4,770 | 4,754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 928 | 492 | 436 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,669 | 828 | 841 |
| Literate Population | 6,002 | 3,435 | 2,567 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,522 | 1,335 | 2,187 |
Nearby Villages of Sirugudi
Sirugudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nedunkuttu R.f. | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Karumalai R.f. | East | 2.74 km |
| Budagudi R.f. | South | 3.42 km |
| Methugumalai R.f. | North | 3.62 km |
| Pannimalai | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Tondilingapuram | East | 4.50 km |
| Budagudi | South | 4.75 km |
| Chokkampatti | South-East | 5.30 km |
| Sirangattupatti | North | 5.66 km |
| Samudrapatti | South | 5.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirugudi
Sirugudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalpattichatram, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.0 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 Dindigul to Sirugudi is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirugudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirugudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sirugudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirugudi 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 Sirugudi
Where is Sirugudi located?
Sirugudi village is located in Natham Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirugudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirugudi is Sirukudi.
What is the pincode of Sirugudi?
The pincode of Sirugudi is 624402.
What is the population of Sirugudi?
Sirugudi has a total population of 9,524, including 4,770 males and 4,754 females.
How many households are there in Sirugudi?
There are 2,315 households in Sirugudi.
What is the literacy rate in Sirugudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirugudi is 63.02%. Male literacy is 72.01% and female literacy is 54.00%.