Sivalarpatti
Sivalarpatti
Sivalarpatti is a village located in the Vilathikulam taluk of the Thoothukudi (Tuticorin) district in Tamil Nadu, India.
Key Profile & Overview
Location & Geography: Situated in southern Tamil Nadu, Sivalarpatti is approximately 65 km from Madurai, 21 km from Aruppukottai, and comes under the Vilathikulam assembly constituency and Thoothukudi Lok Sabha constituency.
Postal Code (PIN): 628905
STD Code: 04638
Demographics: According to census data, it has a population of around 2,400–2,500 people spread across roughly 685 households.
Local Economy: Agriculture is the primary source of livelihood. Main crops grown include green gram, red chillies, sunflowers, onions, tamarind, bananas, and pulses. Matchbox manufacturing is another notable cottage industry in the region.
Climate: Experiences a warm, semi-arid climate. Summer temperatures range between 25°C and 40°C, while winter stays mild between 19°C and 25°C. Main rainfall occurs during the North-East Monsoon (September to November).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Which district and taluk does Sivalarpatti belong to?
A: Sivalarpatti belongs to the Thoothukudi (Tuticorin) district and falls under the Vilathikulam taluk in Tamil Nadu.
Q2: What is the PIN code for Sivalarpatti?
A: The PIN code is 628905, serviced by the Sivalarpatti Branch Post Office (under the Pudur Sub-Office).
Q3: How is Sivalarpatti connected by transport?
A: The village is connected by local bus routes linking it to nearby towns such as Aruppukottai, Vilathikulam, Pudhur, Nagalapuram, Kovilpatti, and Madurai. Private bus operators also provide direct long-distance routes to Chennai and Coimbatore.
Q4: What are the nearest major railway stations and airports?
- Nearest Railway Stations: Kovilpatti (~35 km) and Aruppukottai (~21 km).
- Nearest Airport: Madurai Airport (IXM), located about 55–60 km away.
Q5: What are the primary educational institutions nearby?
A: Sivalarpatti has a local primary school. For higher education, students generally travel to Government High School in Pudur (~2 km away) or schools/colleges in Aruppukottai, Virudhunagar, or Kovilpatti (such as Sree Sowdambiga College of Engineering).