Saptur - Peraiyur, Madurai
Saptur is a village situated in the Peraiyur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peraiyur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Saptoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saptur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saptur is 640878. The village covers a total geographical area of 20901.02 hectares and falls under the 625705 pincode. Peraiyur is the nearest town.
Saptur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Usilampatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Theni Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saptur
As per Census 2011, Saptur village has a total population of 7,170 people, consisting of 3,583 males and 3,587 females. The village has 1,922 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 630 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,351 literate and 2,819 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,418 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saptur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,170 | 3,583 | 3,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 630 | 333 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,418 | 711 | 707 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,351 | 2,423 | 1,928 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,819 | 1,160 | 1,659 |
Nearby Villages of Saptur
Saptur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vandari | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Vittilpatti | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Attipatti | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Kudippatti | North | 4.93 km |
| Thullukkuttinayakkanur | North-West | 5.37 km |
| Sandaiyur | South | 5.87 km |
| Pappinaickenpatti | North | 6.29 km |
| Kethuvarpatti | North-East | 6.91 km |
| Kudiseri | North-East | 6.98 km |
| S.keelapatti | South-East | 7.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saptur
Saptur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalligudi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.7 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 Madurai to Saptur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saptur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saptur 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 Saptur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saptur 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 Saptur
Where is Saptur located?
Saptur village is located in Peraiyur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saptur?
The Gram Panchayat of Saptur is Saptoor.
What is the pincode of Saptur?
The pincode of Saptur is 625705.
What is the population of Saptur?
Saptur has a total population of 7,170, including 3,583 males and 3,587 females.
How many households are there in Saptur?
There are 1,922 households in Saptur.
What is the literacy rate in Saptur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saptur is 60.68%. Male literacy is 67.62% and female literacy is 53.75%.