Suganthalai - Tiruchendur, Thoothukkudi
Suganthalai is a village situated in the Tiruchendur taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruchendur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Suganthalai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suganthalai is 642556. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.68 hectares and falls under the 628207 pincode. Arumuganeri is the nearest town.
Suganthalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruchendur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suganthalai
According to the 2011 Census, Suganthalai village had a total population of 3,437 people, including 1,722 males and 1,715 females, living in 898 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.83%, with male literacy at 94.04% and female literacy at 85.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 417.
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 | 3,437 | 1,722 | 1,715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 161 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 214 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,818 | 1,468 | 1,350 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 254 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Suganthalai
Suganthalai 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 Suganthalai
Suganthalai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Suganthalai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thoothukkudi to Suganthalai 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 Suganthalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suganthalai 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 Suganthalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suganthalai 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Suganthalai
Where is Suganthalai located?
Suganthalai village is located in Tiruchendur Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suganthalai?
Suganthalai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suganthalai?
The pincode of Suganthalai is 628207.
What is the population of Suganthalai?
Suganthalai had a total population of 3,437, including 1,722 males and 1,715 females.
How many households are there in Suganthalai?
Suganthalai had 898 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suganthalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suganthalai was 89.83%. Male literacy was 94.04% and female literacy was 85.66%.