Sekkarakkudi - Srivaikuntam, Thoothukkudi
Sekkarakkudi is a village situated in the Srivaikuntam taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srivaikuntam and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Sekkarakudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sekkarakkudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekkarakkudi is 642484. The village covers a total geographical area of 1332.79 hectares and falls under the 628104 pincode. Thoothukkudi is the nearest town.
Sekkarakkudi 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 Sekkarakkudi
As per Census 2011, Sekkarakkudi village has a total population of 5,166 people, consisting of 2,600 males and 2,566 females. The village has 1,446 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 623 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,488 literate and 1,678 illiterate residents. Additionally, 683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sekkarakkudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,166 | 2,600 | 2,566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 623 | 323 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 338 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,488 | 2,066 | 1,422 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,678 | 534 | 1,144 |
Nearby Villages of Sekkarakkudi
Sekkarakkudi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sekkarakkudi
Sekkarakkudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thoothukkudi to Sekkarakkudi is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sekkarakkudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekkarakkudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sekkarakkudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sekkarakkudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sekkarakkudi
Where is Sekkarakkudi located?
Sekkarakkudi village is located in Srivaikuntam Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekkarakkudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekkarakkudi is Sekkarakudi.
What is the pincode of Sekkarakkudi?
The pincode of Sekkarakkudi is 628104.
What is the population of Sekkarakkudi?
Sekkarakkudi has a total population of 5,166, including 2,600 males and 2,566 females.
How many households are there in Sekkarakkudi?
There are 1,446 households in Sekkarakkudi.
What is the literacy rate in Sekkarakkudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekkarakkudi is 67.52%. Male literacy is 79.46% and female literacy is 55.42%.