Sengirai - Thirumayam, Pudukkottai
Sengirai is a village situated in the Thirumayam taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thirumayam and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. Ayingudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sengirai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sengirai is 639485. The village covers a total geographical area of 1080.58 hectares and falls under the 622506 pincode. Arimalam is the nearest town.
Sengirai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thirumayam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sengirai
As per Census 2011, Sengirai village has a total population of 3,781 people, consisting of 1,856 males and 1,925 females. The village has 969 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 409 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,482 literate and 1,299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 708 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sengirai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,781 | 1,856 | 1,925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 213 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 708 | 352 | 356 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,482 | 1,342 | 1,140 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,299 | 514 | 785 |
Nearby Villages of Sengirai
Sengirai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rayavaram | West | 1.11 km |
| Rayaregunathasamudram | North | 1.34 km |
| Kottaiyur | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Sengirai R.f | East | 4.19 km |
| Sokkanathapatti | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Kannankarakudi | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Poovampatti | North | 4.73 km |
| Elanjavur | West | 4.94 km |
| Pilivalam | North-West | 5.70 km |
| Perungudi | North | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sengirai
Sengirai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tirumayam, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 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 Pudukkottai to Sengirai 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 Sengirai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sengirai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sengirai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sengirai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sengirai
Where is Sengirai located?
Sengirai village is located in Thirumayam Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sengirai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sengirai is Ayingudi.
What is the pincode of Sengirai?
The pincode of Sengirai is 622506.
What is the population of Sengirai?
Sengirai has a total population of 3,781, including 1,856 males and 1,925 females.
How many households are there in Sengirai?
There are 969 households in Sengirai.
What is the literacy rate in Sengirai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sengirai is 65.64%. Male literacy is 72.31% and female literacy is 59.22%.