Sengunam
Sengunam is a village located in Polur taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Polur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sengunam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sengunam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sengunam unique in its vibrant Polur-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Sengunam’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 Sengunam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sengunam is 631707. The village spans a total geographical area of 677.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606803. Polur is nearest town to Sengunam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sengunam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Polur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sengunam
Population of Sengunam
According to the 2011 Census, Sengunam has a total population of about 2,803, with approximately 1,412 males and 1,391 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 306 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 492 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 58.01%, with male literacy at about 65.65% and female literacy near 50.25%. There are around 669 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sengunam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,803 | 1,412 | 1,391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 162 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 492 | 244 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,626 | 927 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,177 | 485 | 692 |
Connectivity of Sengunam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sengunam. As per the 2011 stats, Sengunam 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 5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sengunam
Knowing the nearby villages of Sengunam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sengunam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sengunam
- Where is Sengunam located?
- Sengunam village is situated in Polur Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sengunam?
- Sengunam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sengunam?
- The pincode of Sengunam is 606803, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sengunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sengunam is 2,803, with 1,412 males and 1,391 females.
- How many households are there in Sengunam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sengunam village has a total of 669 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sengunam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sengunam is 58.01%. The male literacy rate is 65.65%, while the female literacy rate is 50.25%.