Sittampoondi - Paramathi-Velur, Namakkal
Sittampoondi is a village situated in the Paramathi-Velur taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paramathi Velur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Sithampoondi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sittampoondi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sittampoondi is 634724. The village covers a total geographical area of 1832.6 hectares and falls under the 637203 pincode. Tiruchengode is the nearest town.
Sittampoondi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paramathi-velur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sittampoondi
As per Census 2011, Sittampoondi village has a total population of 3,131 people, consisting of 1,550 males and 1,581 females. The village has 1,007 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,904 literate and 1,227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,030 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sittampoondi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,131 | 1,550 | 1,581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 125 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,030 | 499 | 531 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,904 | 1,108 | 796 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,227 | 442 | 785 |
Nearby Villages of Sittampoondi
Sittampoondi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sullipalayam | North | 3.01 km |
| Tidumal | South | 3.46 km |
| Ellampalli | West | 3.57 km |
| Nallur | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Kunnamalai | East | 4.54 km |
| Solasiramani | North-West | 4.73 km |
| Sirapalli | South-East | 5.10 km |
| Devanampalayam | North | 5.52 km |
| Sirunallikoil | South | 5.54 km |
| T.kavundampalayam | South | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sittampoondi
Sittampoondi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pasur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namakkal to Sittampoondi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sittampoondi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sittampoondi 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 Sittampoondi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sittampoondi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sittampoondi
Where is Sittampoondi located?
Sittampoondi village is located in Paramathi-Velur Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sittampoondi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sittampoondi is Sithampoondi.
What is the pincode of Sittampoondi?
The pincode of Sittampoondi is 637203.
What is the population of Sittampoondi?
Sittampoondi has a total population of 3,131, including 1,550 males and 1,581 females.
How many households are there in Sittampoondi?
There are 1,007 households in Sittampoondi.
What is the literacy rate in Sittampoondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sittampoondi is 60.81%. Male literacy is 71.48% and female literacy is 50.35%.