Sekkanam - Manapparai, Tiruchirappalli
Sekkanam is a village situated in the Manapparai taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manapparai and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Sekkanam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekkanam is 636066. The village covers a total geographical area of 1002.66 hectares and falls under the 621314 pincode. Manapparai is the nearest town.
Sekkanam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manapparai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sekkanam
As per Census 2011, Sekkanam village has a total population of 5,316 people, consisting of 2,599 males and 2,717 females. The village has 1,328 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 576 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,534 literate and 1,782 illiterate residents. Additionally, 483 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sekkanam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,316 | 2,599 | 2,717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 576 | 290 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 247 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 3,534 | 1,912 | 1,622 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,782 | 687 | 1,095 |
Nearby Villages of Sekkanam
Sekkanam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mookureddiapatti | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Vaiyampatti | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Mohavanur Rf | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Kumaravadi | South | 5.02 km |
| Palayakottai | North-East | 5.18 km |
| Semmalai Rf | West | 5.71 km |
| Ayanreddiapatti | South-East | 5.89 km |
| Mullippadi | North-West | 6.60 km |
| Ponnambalapatti | South-West | 7.13 km |
| Sengakaradu Rf | South-West | 7.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sekkanam
Sekkanam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Valyampatti, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Sekkanam is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sekkanam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekkanam 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 Sekkanam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sekkanam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sekkanam
Where is Sekkanam located?
Sekkanam village is located in Manapparai Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekkanam?
Sekkanam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sekkanam?
The pincode of Sekkanam is 621314.
What is the population of Sekkanam?
Sekkanam has a total population of 5,316, including 2,599 males and 2,717 females.
How many households are there in Sekkanam?
There are 1,328 households in Sekkanam.
What is the literacy rate in Sekkanam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekkanam is 66.48%. Male literacy is 73.57% and female literacy is 59.70%.