Saliyamangalam - Papanasam, Thanjavur
Saliyamangalam is a village situated in the Papanasam taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Papanasam and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Saliyamangalam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saliyamangalam is 638659. The village covers a total geographical area of 558.81 hectares and falls under the 613504 pincode. Ammapettai is the nearest town.
Saliyamangalam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Papanasam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayiladuthurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saliyamangalam
As per Census 2011, Saliyamangalam village has a total population of 4,538 people, consisting of 2,200 males and 2,338 females. The village has 1,174 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 440 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,388 literate and 1,150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 780 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saliyamangalam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,538 | 2,200 | 2,338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 220 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 780 | 364 | 416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,388 | 1,761 | 1,627 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,150 | 439 | 711 |
Nearby Villages of Saliyamangalam
Saliyamangalam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palliyur | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Kalancheri | North | 2.18 km |
| Poondi I | West | 2.20 km |
| Keelakoil Pathu | East | 2.95 km |
| Edavakkudi | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Kumilakudi | West | 3.77 km |
| Neikunnam | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Milattur V Sethi | North | 4.01 km |
| Vadapathy | East | 4.14 km |
| Nallavanniyankudikadu | South-West | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saliyamangalam
Saliyamangalam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Saliyamangalam, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thanjavur to Saliyamangalam is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saliyamangalam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saliyamangalam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saliyamangalam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saliyamangalam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saliyamangalam
Where is Saliyamangalam located?
Saliyamangalam village is located in Papanasam Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saliyamangalam?
Saliyamangalam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saliyamangalam?
The pincode of Saliyamangalam is 613504.
What is the population of Saliyamangalam?
Saliyamangalam has a total population of 4,538, including 2,200 males and 2,338 females.
How many households are there in Saliyamangalam?
There are 1,174 households in Saliyamangalam.
What is the literacy rate in Saliyamangalam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saliyamangalam is 74.66%. Male literacy is 80.05% and female literacy is 69.59%.