Sellur - Mudukulathur, Ramanathapuram
Sellur is a village situated in the Mudukulathur taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mudukulathur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Sellur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sellur is 641968. The village covers a total geographical area of 1445.78 hectares and falls under the 623712 pincode. Paramakudi is the nearest town.
Sellur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mudhukulathur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sellur
As per Census 2011, Sellur village has a total population of 3,418 people, consisting of 1,720 males and 1,698 females. The village has 862 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,337 literate and 1,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,458 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sellur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,418 | 1,720 | 1,698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 165 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,458 | 723 | 735 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,337 | 1,316 | 1,021 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 404 | 677 |
Nearby Villages of Sellur
Sellur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathanendal | North | 2.59 km |
| Thiruvarangam | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Pambur | North-West | 3.45 km |
| K.karungulam | North | 3.64 km |
| Pandikanmoi | East | 3.89 km |
| Swathan | South | 4.02 km |
| Venkittankurichi | North | 4.55 km |
| Kalayur | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Kolundurai | South-East | 5.45 km |
| Keelathooval | West | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sellur
Sellur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paramakkudi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramanathapuram to Sellur is about 47 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 Sellur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sellur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sellur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sellur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sellur
Where is Sellur located?
Sellur village is located in Mudukulathur Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sellur?
Sellur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sellur?
The pincode of Sellur is 623712.
What is the population of Sellur?
Sellur has a total population of 3,418, including 1,720 males and 1,698 females.
How many households are there in Sellur?
There are 862 households in Sellur.
What is the literacy rate in Sellur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sellur is 68.37%. Male literacy is 76.51% and female literacy is 60.13%.