Sengathankudi
Sengathankudi is a village located in Karaikkudi taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Karaikkudi (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Sengathangudi is the gram panchayat of Sengathankudi village.
Here you can discover what makes Sengathankudi unique in its vibrant Karaikkudi-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Sengathankudi’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 Sengathankudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sengathankudi is 640095. The village spans a total geographical area of 1382.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630108. Puduvayal is nearest town to Sengathankudi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sengathankudi 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.
Google Map of Sengathankudi
Population of Sengathankudi
According to the 2011 Census, Sengathankudi has a total population of about 2,510, with approximately 1,288 males and 1,222 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 275 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 340 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 62.71%, with male literacy at about 71.20% and female literacy near 53.76%. There are around 617 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sengathankudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,510 | 1,288 | 1,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 144 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 174 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,574 | 917 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 936 | 371 | 565 |
Connectivity of Sengathankudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sengathankudi. As per the 2011 stats, Sengathankudi 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sengathankudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sengathankudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sengathankudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sengathankudi
- Where is Sengathankudi located?
- Sengathankudi village is situated in Karaikkudi Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sengathankudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sengathankudi is Sengathangudi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sengathankudi?
- The pincode of Sengathankudi is 630108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sengathankudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sengathankudi is 2,510, with 1,288 males and 1,222 females.
- How many households are there in Sengathankudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sengathankudi village has a total of 617 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sengathankudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sengathankudi is 62.71%. The male literacy rate is 71.20%, while the female literacy rate is 53.76%.