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
According to the 2011 Census, Sirugudi village had a total population of 9,524 people, including 4,770 males and 4,754 females, living in 2,315 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.82%, with male literacy at 80.29% and female literacy at 59.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,669.
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 | 9,524 | 4,770 | 4,754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 928 | 492 | 436 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,669 | 828 | 841 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 9,524, including 4,770 males and 4,754 females.
How many households are there in Sirugudi?
Sirugudi had 2,315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirugudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirugudi was 69.82%. Male literacy was 80.29% and female literacy was 59.45%.