Sevvathur - Tirupathur
Sevvathur is a village situated in the Tirupathur taluka of Tirupathur district, Tamil Nadu. Sevathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sevvathur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sevvathur is 631139. The village covers a total geographical area of 1407.13 hectares and falls under the 635654 pincode. Tiruppathur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sevvathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruppattur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruvannamalai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sevvathur
As per Census 2011, Sevvathur village has a total population of 6,900 people, consisting of 3,633 males and 3,267 females. The village has 1,656 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 794 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,432 literate and 2,468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sevvathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,900 | 3,633 | 3,267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 794 | 443 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,168 | 604 | 564 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,432 | 2,569 | 1,863 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,468 | 1,064 | 1,404 |
Nearby Villages of Sevvathur
Sevvathur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganganayakanpatti | West | 2.37 km |
| Chinnakannalapatti | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Kottapadi | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Sokkalampatti | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Elavampatti | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Papparapatti | South | 3.40 km |
| Kakangarai | West | 3.65 km |
| Periyakannalapatti | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Naravindampatti | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Lakkinayakkampatti | North | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sevvathur
Public transport in the Sevvathur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kagankarai, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 4 |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tiruppathur to Sevvathur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sevvathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sevvathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sevvathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sevvathur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sevvathur
Where is Sevvathur located?
Sevvathur village is located in Tirupathur Taluka, Tirupathur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sevvathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sevvathur is Sevathur.
What is the pincode of Sevvathur?
The pincode of Sevvathur is 635654.
What is the population of Sevvathur?
Sevvathur has a total population of 6,900, including 3,633 males and 3,267 females.
How many households are there in Sevvathur?
There are 1,656 households in Sevvathur.
What is the literacy rate in Sevvathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sevvathur is 64.23%. Male literacy is 70.71% and female literacy is 57.02%.