Sendamangalam is a municipality, taluk and subdistrict in Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu, India.

History

The history of Sendamangalam, Namakkal is often confused with Sendamangalam, Kallkurichi (formerly Villupuram).

Geography

Sendamangalam is located at 11°18′00″N 78°14′00″E / 11.3000°N 78.2333°E / 11.3000; 78.2333. It has an average elevation of 240 metres (790 ft). It is close to Kolli Hills (கொல்லி மலை), which is part of the Eastern Ghats. The closest river is the Kaveri river. The city is approximately 350 kilometres (220 mi) southwest of Chennai, 255 kilometres (158 mi) south of Bangalore, 50 kilometres (31 mi) south of Salem, 93 kilometres (58 mi) northwest of Tiruchirapalli, and approximately 200 kilometres (120 mi) north of Madurai.

Climate

The temperature ranges from 20 °C (68 °F) to 44 °C (111 °F) throughout the year.

Demographics

Population

As of the 2001 Indian census, there were 18,085 people. Males made up 50% of the population, and females made up 50%. 9% of the population was under 6 years of age. The average literacy rate was 64%, while the national average was 59.5%. 73% of males were literate, while 56% of females were literate.

Government and politics

The Senthamangalam taluk is part of Namakkal Lok Sabha constituency.

Civic Administration

Sendamangalam began functioning as a taluk on 2 June 2015.

Economy

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Transport

By Air

The nearest domestic airport is the Salem Airport.

By Rail

The nearest major railway stations are in Namakkal and Salem.

By Road

Sendamangalam is located 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) northeast from Namakkal on State Highway SH-95.