Sikkampatti - Usilampatti, Madurai
Sikkampatti is a village situated in the Usilampatti taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usilampatti and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Meikkilarpatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikkampatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikkampatti is 640826. The village covers a total geographical area of 184 hectares and falls under the 625532 pincode. Usilampatti is the nearest town.
Sikkampatti 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 Sikkampatti
As per Census 2011, Sikkampatti village has a total population of 746 people, consisting of 363 males and 383 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 562 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikkampatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 746 | 363 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 562 | 292 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 71 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Sikkampatti
Sikkampatti 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 Sikkampatti
Public transport in the Sikkampatti is mainly available through bus services. Sikkampatti has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Madurai to Sikkampatti is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikkampatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikkampatti 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 Sikkampatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikkampatti 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 Sikkampatti
Where is Sikkampatti located?
Sikkampatti village is located in Usilampatti Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikkampatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikkampatti is Meikkilarpatti.
What is the pincode of Sikkampatti?
The pincode of Sikkampatti is 625532.
What is the population of Sikkampatti?
Sikkampatti has a total population of 746, including 363 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Sikkampatti?
There are 192 households in Sikkampatti.
What is the literacy rate in Sikkampatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikkampatti is 75.34%. Male literacy is 80.44% and female literacy is 70.50%.