Sivagiri Reserve Forest - Sivagiri, Tenkasi
Sivagiri Reserve Forest is a village situated in the Sivagiri taluka of Tenkasi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from Sivagiri and around 95 km from Tirunelveli. Thirumalapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sivagiri Reserve Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sivagiri Reserve Forest is 642638. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.52 hectares and falls under the 627757 pincode. Sankarankoil is the nearest town.
Sivagiri Reserve Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vasudevanallur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tenkasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sivagiri Reserve Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Sivagiri Reserve Forest village had a total population of 93 people, including 46 males and 47 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.42%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 80.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 21 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 25 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Sivagiri Reserve Forest
Sivagiri Reserve Forest 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Viswanathaperi Part 1 | East | 7.54 km |
| Tirumalapuram | South-East | 8.07 km |
| Terku Devadanam | North-East | 9.32 km |
| Vadakkudevadanam | North-East | 10.10 km |
| Ramanathapuram | South-East | 11.21 km |
| Naranapuram Part 1 | South-East | 11.30 km |
| Muthusamipuram | North-East | 11.93 km |
| Settur Rf | North-East | 12.67 km |
| Kovilur | East | 12.76 km |
| Gudalur | South-East | 13.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sivagiri Reserve Forest
Sivagiri Reserve Forest is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Cholapuram, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tirunelveli to Sivagiri Reserve Forest is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sivagiri Reserve Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sivagiri Reserve Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sivagiri Reserve Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sivagiri Reserve Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sivagiri Reserve Forest
Where is Sivagiri Reserve Forest located?
Sivagiri Reserve Forest village is located in Sivagiri Taluka, Tenkasi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sivagiri Reserve Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Sivagiri Reserve Forest is Thirumalapuram.
What is the pincode of Sivagiri Reserve Forest?
The pincode of Sivagiri Reserve Forest is 627757.
What is the population of Sivagiri Reserve Forest?
Sivagiri Reserve Forest had a total population of 93, including 46 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Sivagiri Reserve Forest?
Sivagiri Reserve Forest had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sivagiri Reserve Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sivagiri Reserve Forest was 70.42%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 80.56%.