Sengulam
Sengulam is a village located in Palayamkottai taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 17km away from Tirunelveli, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sengulam village. As per 2009 stats, Sengulam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sengulam unique in its vibrant Palayamkottai-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Sengulam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sengulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sengulam is 642922. The village spans a total geographical area of 1155.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627152. Tirunelveli is nearest town to Sengulam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sengulam
Population of Sengulam
According to the 2011 Census, Sengulam has a total population of about 2,692, with approximately 1,336 males and 1,356 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 285 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 380 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.67%, with male literacy at about 82.78% and female literacy near 72.64%. There are around 682 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sengulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,692 | 1,336 | 1,356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 146 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 183 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,091 | 1,106 | 985 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 230 | 371 |
Connectivity of Sengulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sengulam. As per the 2011 stats, Sengulam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sengulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Sengulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sengulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sengulam
- Where is Sengulam located?
- Sengulam village is situated in Palayamkottai Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sengulam?
- Sengulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sengulam?
- The pincode of Sengulam is 627152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sengulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sengulam is 2,692, with 1,336 males and 1,356 females.
- How many households are there in Sengulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sengulam village has a total of 682 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sengulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sengulam is 77.67%. The male literacy rate is 82.78%, while the female literacy rate is 72.64%.