Thenkiranur - Kallakkurichi, Kallakurichi
Thenkiranur is a village situated in the Kallakkurichi taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from Kallakkurichi and around 70 km from Viluppuram. Thenkeeranur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thenkiranur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thenkiranur is 633465. The village covers a total geographical area of 587.05 hectares and falls under the 606213 pincode. Kallakurichi is the nearest town.
Thenkiranur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kallakurichi Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Thenkiranur
As per Census 2011, Thenkiranur village has a total population of 5,158 people, consisting of 2,582 males and 2,576 females. The village has 1,260 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 513 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,277 literate and 1,881 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,897 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thenkiranur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,158 | 2,582 | 2,576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 513 | 255 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,897 | 1,468 | 1,429 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,277 | 1,917 | 1,360 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,881 | 665 | 1,216 |
Nearby Villages of Thenkiranur
Thenkiranur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neelamangalam | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Thachur | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Vilambur | South | 2.61 km |
| Kallakkurichi | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Niraimathi | East | 3.22 km |
| Peruvangur | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Malaikottalam | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Porpadakurichi | South-West | 4.34 km |
| Siruvangur | North | 4.80 km |
| Madur | East | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thenkiranur
Thenkiranur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pukkirivari, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.7 km.
| 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 Viluppuram to Thenkiranur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thenkiranur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thenkiranur 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 Thenkiranur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thenkiranur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thenkiranur
Where is Thenkiranur located?
Thenkiranur village is located in Kallakkurichi Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thenkiranur?
The Gram Panchayat of Thenkiranur is Thenkeeranur.
What is the pincode of Thenkiranur?
The pincode of Thenkiranur is 606213.
What is the population of Thenkiranur?
Thenkiranur has a total population of 5,158, including 2,582 males and 2,576 females.
How many households are there in Thenkiranur?
There are 1,260 households in Thenkiranur.
What is the literacy rate in Thenkiranur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thenkiranur is 63.53%. Male literacy is 74.24% and female literacy is 52.80%.