Theerthamalai - Harur, Dharmapuri
Theerthamalai is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Theerthamalai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Theerthamalai is 643367. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.43 hectares and falls under the 636906 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Theerthamalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Theerthamalai
As per Census 2011, Theerthamalai village has a total population of 2,055 people, consisting of 1,013 males and 1,042 females. The village has 556 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,359 literate and 696 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Theerthamalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,055 | 1,013 | 1,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 103 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 1,359 | 741 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 272 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Theerthamalai
Theerthamalai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kattuvadichampatti | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Andiyur | East | 2.09 km |
| Palaiyam | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Melachengambadi | East | 2.94 km |
| Mondukuli | East | 3.97 km |
| Virappanayakkampatti | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Vedakadamaduvu | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Alambadi | East | 4.66 km |
| Periyappannimaduvu | North-West | 4.98 km |
| Theerthamalai R.f. | South-East | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Theerthamalai
Theerthamalai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Doddampatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Theerthamalai is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Theerthamalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Theerthamalai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Theerthamalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Theerthamalai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Theerthamalai
Where is Theerthamalai located?
Theerthamalai village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Theerthamalai?
Theerthamalai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Theerthamalai?
The pincode of Theerthamalai is 636906.
What is the population of Theerthamalai?
Theerthamalai has a total population of 2,055, including 1,013 males and 1,042 females.
How many households are there in Theerthamalai?
There are 556 households in Theerthamalai.
What is the literacy rate in Theerthamalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Theerthamalai is 66.13%. Male literacy is 73.15% and female literacy is 59.31%.