Sindalakottai - Ottapidaram, Thoothukkudi
Sindalakottai is a village situated in the Ottapidaram taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ottapidaram and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Kurukkuchalai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindalakottai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindalakottai is 642426. The village covers a total geographical area of 1248.5 hectares and falls under the 628722 pincode. Thoothukudi is the nearest town.
Sindalakottai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ottapidaram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sindalakottai
As per Census 2011, Sindalakottai village has a total population of 2,430 people, consisting of 1,215 males and 1,215 females. The village has 685 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,767 literate and 663 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sindalakottai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,430 | 1,215 | 1,215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 133 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,248 | 638 | 610 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,767 | 968 | 799 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 247 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Sindalakottai
Sindalakottai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Valasamuthram | South-East | 2.11 km |
| S.kumarapuram | North-West | 3.07 km |
| K.shanmukapuram | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Mela Maruthur | East | 4.29 km |
| Sillanatham | South | 4.87 km |
| Mela Arasadi | South-East | 4.99 km |
| D.duraiswamipuram | North-East | 5.77 km |
| Panchalamkurich | North-West | 6.13 km |
| Swaminatham | South-West | 6.58 km |
| Chandragiri | North | 6.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sindalakottai
Sindalakottai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Milavittan, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Thoothukkudi to Sindalakottai is about 17 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 Sindalakottai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindalakottai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sindalakottai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindalakottai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sindalakottai
Where is Sindalakottai located?
Sindalakottai village is located in Ottapidaram Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sindalakottai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindalakottai is Kurukkuchalai.
What is the pincode of Sindalakottai?
The pincode of Sindalakottai is 628722.
What is the population of Sindalakottai?
Sindalakottai has a total population of 2,430, including 1,215 males and 1,215 females.
How many households are there in Sindalakottai?
There are 685 households in Sindalakottai.
What is the literacy rate in Sindalakottai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindalakottai is 72.72%. Male literacy is 79.67% and female literacy is 65.76%.