Singammalpuram - Srivilliputhur, Virudhunagar
Singammalpuram is a village situated in the Srivilliputhur taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srivilliputhur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Kottaipatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singammalpuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singammalpuram is 641238. The village covers a total geographical area of 1320.88 hectares and falls under the 626125 pincode. Srivilliputhur is the nearest town.
Singammalpuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srivilliputhur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tenkasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singammalpuram
As per Census 2011, Singammalpuram village has a total population of 2,212 people, consisting of 1,180 males and 1,032 females. The village has 559 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,627 literate and 585 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,906 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singammalpuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,212 | 1,180 | 1,032 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 106 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,906 | 1,013 | 893 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,627 | 954 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 226 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Singammalpuram
Singammalpuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deyvendri | South | 1.85 km |
| Sivandipatti | South | 2.93 km |
| Ponnangani | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Venkateswarapuram | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Mamsapuram | South | 4.90 km |
| Kurukkalkulam | East | 5.15 km |
| Padikkasu Vaithanpatti (ct) | South-East | 6.59 km |
| Melapattamkarisalkulam | South-West | 6.81 km |
| Pillaiyarnatham | East | 7.02 km |
| Athikulam Sengulam | South-East | 7.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singammalpuram
Singammalpuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Srivilliputtur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Singammalpuram is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singammalpuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singammalpuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Singammalpuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singammalpuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singammalpuram
Where is Singammalpuram located?
Singammalpuram village is located in Srivilliputhur Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singammalpuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Singammalpuram is Kottaipatti.
What is the pincode of Singammalpuram?
The pincode of Singammalpuram is 626125.
What is the population of Singammalpuram?
Singammalpuram has a total population of 2,212, including 1,180 males and 1,032 females.
How many households are there in Singammalpuram?
There are 559 households in Singammalpuram.
What is the literacy rate in Singammalpuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singammalpuram is 73.55%. Male literacy is 80.85% and female literacy is 65.21%.