Thekkanampatti - Harur, Dharmapuri
Thekkanampatti is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Kottapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thekkanampatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thekkanampatti is 643448. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.87 hectares and falls under the 636906 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Thekkanampatti 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 Thekkanampatti
According to the 2011 Census, Thekkanampatti village had a total population of 287 people, including 137 males and 150 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.34%, with male literacy at 72.27% and female literacy at 59.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 287.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 137 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 137 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 51 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Thekkanampatti
Thekkanampatti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Thekkanampatti
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Thekkanampatti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Thekkanampatti is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thekkanampatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thekkanampatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thekkanampatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thekkanampatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thekkanampatti
Where is Thekkanampatti located?
Thekkanampatti village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thekkanampatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Thekkanampatti is Kottapatti.
What is the pincode of Thekkanampatti?
The pincode of Thekkanampatti is 636906.
What is the population of Thekkanampatti?
Thekkanampatti had a total population of 287, including 137 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Thekkanampatti?
Thekkanampatti had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thekkanampatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thekkanampatti was 65.34%. Male literacy was 72.27% and female literacy was 59.09%.