Sayamalai
Sayamalai is a village located in Sankarankoil taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarankoil (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Sayamalai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sayamalai unique in its vibrant Sankarankoil-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Sayamalai’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 Sayamalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sayamalai is 642701. The village spans a total geographical area of 2590.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628552. Sankarankoil is nearest town to Sayamalai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sayamalai
Population of Sayamalai
According to the 2011 Census, Sayamalai has a total population of about 5,504, with approximately 2,706 males and 2,798 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 563 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,028 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 60.99%, with male literacy at about 69.36% and female literacy near 52.89%. There are around 1,459 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sayamalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,504 | 2,706 | 2,798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 563 | 276 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,028 | 484 | 544 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,357 | 1,877 | 1,480 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,147 | 829 | 1,318 |
Connectivity of Sayamalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sayamalai. As per the 2011 stats, Sayamalai 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sayamalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Sayamalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sayamalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sayamalai
- Where is Sayamalai located?
- Sayamalai village is situated in Sankarankoil Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sayamalai?
- Sayamalai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sayamalai?
- The pincode of Sayamalai is 628552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sayamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sayamalai is 5,504, with 2,706 males and 2,798 females.
- How many households are there in Sayamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sayamalai village has a total of 1,459 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sayamalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sayamalai is 60.99%. The male literacy rate is 69.36%, while the female literacy rate is 52.89%.