Sethidal - Rajasingamangalam, Ramanathapuram
Sethidal is a village situated in the Rajasingamangalam taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 25 km from Tiruvadanai and around 45 km from Ramanathapuram. Sethidal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sethidal is 641841. The village covers a total geographical area of 1129.8 hectares and falls under the 623525 pincode. R S Mangalam is the nearest town.
Sethidal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruvadanai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sethidal
According to the 2011 Census, Sethidal village had a total population of 1,799 people, including 919 males and 880 females, living in 431 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.74%, with male literacy at 89.01% and female literacy at 59.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,799 | 919 | 880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 90 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,240 | 753 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 166 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Sethidal
Sethidal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Varavani | South | 3.08 km |
| Kokurani | North | 3.47 km |
| Visavanoor | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Pullamadai | East | 4.24 km |
| Ramanathamadai | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Vandal | South-West | 4.63 km |
| Alavidangan | West | 4.78 km |
| Kavvur | North-East | 5.09 km |
| Sengudi | South | 5.45 km |
| Thirutheravalai | North | 5.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sethidal
Sethidal 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 Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramanathapuram to Sethidal 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 Sethidal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sethidal 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sethidal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sethidal 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sethidal
Where is Sethidal located?
Sethidal village is located in Rajasingamangalam Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sethidal?
Sethidal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sethidal?
The pincode of Sethidal is 623525.
What is the population of Sethidal?
Sethidal had a total population of 1,799, including 919 males and 880 females.
How many households are there in Sethidal?
Sethidal had 431 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sethidal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sethidal was 74.74%. Male literacy was 89.01% and female literacy was 59.90%.