Selugai

Selugai is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Selugai village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Selugai unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Selugai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Selugai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Selugai is 640215. The village spans a total geographical area of 239.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623538. Devakottai is nearest town to Selugai village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Selugai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Selugai

According to the 2011 Census, Selugai has a total population of about 758, with approximately 393 males and 365 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 110 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.13%, with male literacy at about 87.79% and female literacy near 73.97%. There are around 179 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Selugai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 758 393 365
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 62 28 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 110 54 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 615 345 270
Illiterate Population 143 48 95

Connectivity of Selugai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Selugai. As per the 2011 stats, Selugai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Selugai

Knowing the nearby villages of Selugai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Selugai.

Frequently Asked Questions about Selugai

Where is Selugai located?
Selugai village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selugai?
Selugai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Selugai?
The pincode of Selugai is 623538, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Selugai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Selugai is 758, with 393 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Selugai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Selugai village has a total of 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selugai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Selugai is 81.13%. The male literacy rate is 87.79%, while the female literacy rate is 73.97%.