Semmanathan - Yercaud, Salem

Semmanathan is a village situated in the Yercaud taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yercaud and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Semmanatham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Semmanathan village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Semmanathan is 634078. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.15 hectares and falls under the 636602 pincode. Kadayampatti is the nearest town.

Semmanathan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yercaud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Semmanathan

According to the 2011 Census, Semmanathan village had a total population of 718 people, including 373 males and 345 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.47%, with male literacy at 81.21% and female literacy at 57.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 372.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Semmanathan

Semmanathan 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Semmanathan

Public transport in the Semmanathan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lokur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Semmanathan is about 44 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 Semmanathan

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semmanathan village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Semmanathan

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semmanathan village are given below:

FAQs about Semmanathan