The district of Sivaganga is one of the most important administrative districts of the state of Tamil Nadu. The district is bordered by the districts of Tirichirapalli, Ramanathapuram, Virudhanagar, Madurai and Pudukottai. The district of Sivaganga has been carved out of the composite district of Ramanad in the year 1984. The district of Sivaganga has the city of Sivaganga as the main centre for administration for the district. The district is primarily one of those agrarian districts of Tamil Nadu which is completely dependent on agriculture to maintain their families. The district of Sivaganga covers a land area of approximately around 4189 sq km with a population of approximately 13.4 lacs individuals. The district has a population density of approximately about 324 people per sq km. The district has a few Sugar industries that add to the list of Industries for the district. The district is one of the 250 backward districts of India who depend on the funds provided by the Indian Government for proper maintenance of economy.