Sesurajapuram is a village in Krishnagiri district,

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state, India. It is situated between Anchetty (which it is located 22 kilometers south of) and Hogenakkal Road. It is surrounded by the Natrampalayam Reserve Forest. Sesurajapuram holds a unique cultural identity, heavily influenced by the presence of Catholic

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who relocate in 1920s to 1940s most migrants happened due to land acquired by British Indian Government for Stanley Reservoir ( Mettur Dam). As a result, the village has a notable population of Catholics who actively participate in religious rituals and festivities. The

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missionaries also played an integral role in establishing educational institute in the village.

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{{Krishnagiri district Villages in Krishnagiri district