Thiginarai - Thalavadi, Erode
Thiginarai is a village situated in the Thalavadi taluka of Erode district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 68 km from Sathyamangalam and around 140 km from Erode. Thiginarai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thiginarai is 634781. The village covers a total geographical area of 1839.57 hectares and falls under the 638461 pincode. Sathyamangalam is the nearest town.
Thiginarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavanisagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nilgiris Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thiginarai
As per Census 2011, Thiginarai village has a total population of 3,861 people, consisting of 1,886 males and 1,975 females. The village has 1,028 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,858 literate and 2,003 illiterate residents. Additionally, 968 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thiginarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,861 | 1,886 | 1,975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 215 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 968 | 461 | 507 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,858 | 1,038 | 820 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,003 | 848 | 1,155 |
Nearby Villages of Thiginarai
Thiginarai 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 Thiginarai
Thiginarai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Erode to Thiginarai is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thiginarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thiginarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thiginarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thiginarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Thiginarai
Where is Thiginarai located?
Thiginarai village is located in Thalavadi Taluka, Erode district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thiginarai?
Thiginarai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thiginarai?
The pincode of Thiginarai is 638461.
What is the population of Thiginarai?
Thiginarai has a total population of 3,861, including 1,886 males and 1,975 females.
How many households are there in Thiginarai?
There are 1,028 households in Thiginarai.
What is the literacy rate in Thiginarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thiginarai is 48.12%. Male literacy is 55.04% and female literacy is 41.52%.