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    Sivagalai is a village in the Tuticorin district of Tamil Nadu, India. It is surrounded by small hamlets like Nainarpuram, Paramboo, Pottal, Parakiramapandi, Monkottapuran and Aavarangadu. The district capital Tuticorin is 30 km from the village and Srivaikundam and Eral is 10 km and 6 km from the village respectively.

    Sivagalai was once called as "Small Ceylon" by the Britishers, as it is surrounded by many lakes. 

 

    Ancient History: The region of Tamil Nadu, including Sivagalai, has a rich ancient history dating back thousands of years. It was part of the Tamilakam region, an ancient cultural and linguistic area encompassing present-day Tamil Nadu and parts of Kerala and Karnataka. The Sangam period (3rd century BCE to 3rd century CE) saw the emergence of Tamil literature and the flourishing of trade and agriculture in the region.

    Medieval Period: During the medieval period, Tamil Nadu witnessed the rise and fall of various dynasties. The Cholas, Pandiyas, and Vijayanagara Empire had significant influence over the region. Sivagalai, being part of the Tamil Nadu region, likely experienced the political and cultural developments of this era.

    Colonial Era: In the 16th century, European powers, particularly the Portuguese, Dutch, and British, arrived on the coasts of Tamil Nadu for trade. The British East India Company gradually gained control over the region, and Tamil Nadu, including the area around Sivagalai, became part of British India.

    Post-Independence: After India gained independence from British colonial rule in 1947, Tamil Nadu became a state in the newly formed Republic of India. Sivagalai, like other villages in the region, became part of the administrative structure of Tamil Nadu. 

    The population of the village is about 11,000, including 6000 males and 5000 females. Hinduism is followed by majority of the population, with Christians and the Muslims making up most of the rest of the population. The village has a church called the St. Trinity church which is surrounded by a lot of temples.

    Agriculture is the major source of income for the villagers. Most of the men from this village are working as drivers and conductors in Tamil Nadu transport corporation and while being as farmers.