Thandalai - Sankarapuram, Kallakurichi
Thandalai is a village situated in the Sankarapuram taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 24 km from Sankarapuram and around 60 km from Viluppuram. Thandalai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thandalai is 633394. The village covers a total geographical area of 1070.3 hectares and falls under the 606213 pincode. Kallakuirchi is the nearest town.
Thandalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thandalai
As per Census 2011, Thandalai village has a total population of 4,302 people, consisting of 2,237 males and 2,065 females. The village has 993 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 518 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,536 literate and 1,766 illiterate residents. Additionally, 864 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thandalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,302 | 2,237 | 2,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 293 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 864 | 436 | 428 |
| Literate Population | 2,536 | 1,502 | 1,034 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,766 | 735 | 1,031 |
Nearby Villages of Thandalai
Thandalai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vaniyanthal | West | 2.26 km |
| Anaikkaraikkottalam | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Peruvangur | South | 2.96 km |
| Agarakottalam | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Pallagachcheri | East | 3.80 km |
| Siruvangur | West | 3.96 km |
| Veeracholapuram | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Pallippattu | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Mozhipattu | North-East | 4.77 km |
| Neelamangalam | South | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thandalai
Thandalai 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 68.7 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 Thandalai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thandalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thandalai 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 Thandalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thandalai 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thandalai
Where is Thandalai located?
Thandalai village is located in Sankarapuram Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thandalai?
Thandalai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thandalai?
The pincode of Thandalai is 606213.
What is the population of Thandalai?
Thandalai has a total population of 4,302, including 2,237 males and 2,065 females.
How many households are there in Thandalai?
There are 993 households in Thandalai.
What is the literacy rate in Thandalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thandalai is 58.95%. Male literacy is 67.14% and female literacy is 50.07%.