Seikalathur
Seikalathur is a village located in Manamadurai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Manamadurai (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Seikalathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Seikalathur unique in its vibrant Manamadurai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Seikalathur’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 Seikalathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Seikalathur is 640400. The village spans a total geographical area of 1180.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630606. Manamadurai is nearest town to Seikalathur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Seikalathur 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 Manamadurai 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 Seikalathur
Population of Seikalathur
According to the 2011 Census, Seikalathur has a total population of about 5,307, with approximately 2,696 males and 2,611 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 605 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,816 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 65.25%, with male literacy at about 74.07% and female literacy near 56.15%. There are around 1,324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Seikalathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,307 | 2,696 | 2,611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 605 | 317 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,816 | 902 | 914 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,463 | 1,997 | 1,466 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,844 | 699 | 1,145 |
Connectivity of Seikalathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Seikalathur. As per the 2011 stats, Seikalathur 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Seikalathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Seikalathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Seikalathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Seikalathur
- Where is Seikalathur located?
- Seikalathur village is situated in Manamadurai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Seikalathur?
- Seikalathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Seikalathur?
- The pincode of Seikalathur is 630606, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Seikalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Seikalathur is 5,307, with 2,696 males and 2,611 females.
- How many households are there in Seikalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Seikalathur village has a total of 1,324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Seikalathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Seikalathur is 65.25%. The male literacy rate is 74.07%, while the female literacy rate is 56.15%.