Thathanaickenpatti (South) - Palani, Dindigul
Thathanaickenpatti (South) is a village situated in the Palani taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palani and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Thathanaickenpatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thathanaickenpatti (South) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thathanaickenpatti (South) is 635169. The village covers a total geographical area of 423.5 hectares and falls under the 624621 pincode. Neikkarapatti is the nearest town.
Thathanaickenpatti (South) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thathanaickenpatti (South)
According to the 2011 Census, Thathanaickenpatti (South) village had a total population of 522 people, including 260 males and 262 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.94%, with male literacy at 77.03% and female literacy at 51.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 522 | 260 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 171 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 89 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Thathanaickenpatti (South)
Thathanaickenpatti (South) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Iravimangalam | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Kavalapatti | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Sitharevu | South-West | 2.81 km |
| R.vadipatti (south) | West | 3.25 km |
| R.vadipatti (north) | North | 3.96 km |
| A-kalayamputhur | North-East | 4.27 km |
| Pappampatti | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Periyammapatti | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Tamaraikulam | East | 5.86 km |
| Chinnakalayamputhur (ct) | North-East | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thathanaickenpatti (South)
Public transport in the Thathanaickenpatti (South) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palani, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dindigul to Thathanaickenpatti (South) is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thathanaickenpatti (South)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thathanaickenpatti (South) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thathanaickenpatti (South)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thathanaickenpatti (South) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thathanaickenpatti (South)
Where is Thathanaickenpatti (South) located?
Thathanaickenpatti (South) village is located in Palani Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thathanaickenpatti (South)?
The Gram Panchayat of Thathanaickenpatti (South) is Thathanaickenpatti.
What is the pincode of Thathanaickenpatti (South)?
The pincode of Thathanaickenpatti (South) is 624621.
What is the population of Thathanaickenpatti (South)?
Thathanaickenpatti (South) had a total population of 522, including 260 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Thathanaickenpatti (South)?
Thathanaickenpatti (South) had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thathanaickenpatti (South)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thathanaickenpatti (South) was 63.94%. Male literacy was 77.03% and female literacy was 51.30%.