Sengalathu Padi - Yercaud, Salem
Sengalathu Padi is a village situated in the Yercaud taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yercaud and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Semmanatham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sengalathu Padi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sengalathu Padi is 634086. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.35 hectares and falls under the 636602 pincode. B.mallapuram is the nearest town.
Sengalathu Padi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Sengalathu Padi
According to the 2011 Census, Sengalathu Padi village had a total population of 486 people, including 254 males and 232 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.88%, with male literacy at 69.78% and female literacy at 46.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 461.
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 | 486 | 254 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 461 | 239 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 157 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 97 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Sengalathu Padi
Sengalathu Padi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sengalathu Padi
Sengalathu Padi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Salem to Sengalathu Padi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sengalathu Padi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sengalathu Padi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sengalathu Padi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sengalathu Padi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sengalathu Padi
Where is Sengalathu Padi located?
Sengalathu Padi village is located in Yercaud Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sengalathu Padi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sengalathu Padi is Semmanatham.
What is the pincode of Sengalathu Padi?
The pincode of Sengalathu Padi is 636602.
What is the population of Sengalathu Padi?
Sengalathu Padi had a total population of 486, including 254 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Sengalathu Padi?
Sengalathu Padi had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sengalathu Padi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sengalathu Padi was 58.88%. Male literacy was 69.78% and female literacy was 46.80%.