Shenkottai
Taluk in Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu
About Shenkottai
Shenkottai is a taluk located in Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu, India. This taluk has a population of 141,416 people. The taluk is positioned at coordinates 9.0237°N, 77.2347°E .
As part of India's administrative structure, Shenkottai falls under the governance framework of Tamil Nadu state , specifically within Tenkasi district. This administrative division plays a crucial role in local governance, service delivery, and development programs.
According to Census data, Shenkottai has a recorded population contributing to the demographic profile of the region. This page provides comprehensive information including geographic coordinates, administrative hierarchy, postal services, banking facilities, and connectivity details useful for residents, researchers, and anyone requiring accurate location data.
Demographics
- Population:
- 141,416
Geographic Coordinates
- Latitude:
- 9.023740
- Longitude:
- 77.234690
Administrative Hierarchy
Shenkottai is organized within India's administrative structure as follows: Country: India → State: Tamil Nadu → District: Tenkasi → Taluk: Shenkottai. This hierarchical structure helps in administrative governance, postal services, census operations, and provides context for local services and facilities.
Services and Facilities in Shenkottai
Shenkottai is served by various essential services and facilities. Residents and visitors can access postal services through local post offices, banking facilities from major public and private sector banks, and connectivity through road and rail networks. The area is part of India's comprehensive administrative and service delivery systems ensuring access to government schemes, public services, and infrastructure development.
For official documentation, census records, and administrative purposes, Shenkottai is identified by its unique codes within the Indian administrative system. These codes help in accurate identification and prevent confusion with similarly named locations across India. Whether you're filling government forms, applying for services, or researching demographic data, understanding the correct administrative classification of Shenkottai is essential.
Alternative Names
This location is also known as:
- Shencottai Preferred
- Shencottai Preferred
- Shencottai Preferred
- செங்கோட்டை (ta)
- செங்கோட்டை (ta)
- செங்கோட்டை (ta)
Cities, Towns & Villages in Shenkottai
Shenkottai contains 42 cities, towns & villages. Browse the complete list below to find detailed information about each location including population, postal codes, banking facilities, and connectivity.
Achanputtur
Population: 13,566
Elathur
Ilanji
Population: 10,282
Ilattur
Kanakkuppillaivalasai
Karisalkulam
Karkudi
Kodikkurichi
Kottaiperai
Kottavasal
Kudiyiruppu
Kunnakudi
Mekarai Madam
Mekkarai
Minakshipuram
Nagalkadu
Neduvayal
Panpozhi
Panpuli
Population: 9,313
Periapillaivalasai
Piranoor
Pudur
Population: 12,457
Puliankudiyiruppu
Puliyara
Puliyarai R.F (Part)
Puliyarai R.F.(Part)
Shencottai Keelur
Shencottai Melur
Shencottai Town
Shenkottai
Population: 26,823
Sivanallur
Sumaitheerthapuram (Ct)
Tenpettai
Tenpottai
Tiruvattaparacheri
Ukkonam
Vadakarai Keelpidagai
Vadakarai Kil Pidagai
Population: 20,821
Vadakarai Melpidagai
Vallam (Part)
Vandalampottal
V.M.Pidagai R.F.
How to Use This Information
The information on this page about Shenkottai can be used for various purposes including address verification, form filling for government services, census data research, and travel planning. When filling official forms that require your place of residence, you'll need to specify the district, taluk, and village/city accurately as shown in the administrative hierarchy above.
Common Use Cases:
- Address Verification: Use the administrative hierarchy to complete your address correctly on official documents
- Postal Services: Find nearby post offices and pin codes for reliable mail delivery
- Banking Services: Locate bank branches in Shenkottai for account opening and transactions
- Travel Planning: Use geographic coordinates for GPS navigation and distance calculations
- Research & Census: Access demographic and administrative data for research purposes
This comprehensive information ensures you have accurate details about Shenkottai for any administrative, personal, or business requirements you may have.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the administrative classification of Shenkottai?
Shenkottai is classified as a taluk in the administrative hierarchy of Tamil Nadu. It is part of Tenkasi district and falls under the jurisdiction of the respective state government administration.
How do I find postal services in Shenkottai?
Postal services in Shenkottai are provided through local post offices managed by India Post. You can find the nearest post office and corresponding PIN code by searching for Shenkottai in our postal code directory. This information is essential for receiving mail and courier services.
What banking facilities are available in Shenkottai?
Shenkottai has banking services from various public and private sector banks. You can find branch details including IFSC codes, addresses, and contact information in our banking directory. Major banks typically have ATMs and branches in larger towns and cities within the region.
How can I use the geographic coordinates provided?
The latitude and longitude coordinates for Shenkottai can be used for GPS navigation, mapping applications, and distance calculations. Simply input these coordinates into any GPS device or mapping service like Google Maps to get directions and navigate to Shenkottai.
Is this information updated regularly?
Yes, the information about Shenkottai is sourced from official government records and geographic databases. We regularly update our data to ensure accuracy. However, for official purposes, always verify critical information with relevant government authorities.