Thandalam - Sriperumbudur, Kancheepuram
Thandalam is a village situated in the Sriperumbudur taluka of Kancheepuram district, Tamil Nadu. Irungattukottai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thandalam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thandalam is 629220. The village covers a total geographical area of 693.51 hectares and falls under the 600128 pincode. Sriperumbudur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Thandalam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chengalpattu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kancheepuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thandalam
As per Census 2011, Thandalam village has a total population of 5,359 people, consisting of 2,840 males and 2,519 females. The village has 901 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,288 literate and 1,071 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thandalam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,359 | 2,840 | 2,519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 213 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,172 | 581 | 591 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 4,288 | 2,403 | 1,885 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,071 | 437 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Thandalam
Thandalam 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 Thandalam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Thandalam.
| 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 Sriperumbudur to Thandalam is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thandalam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thandalam 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 Thandalam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thandalam 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 Thandalam
Where is Thandalam located?
Thandalam village is located in Sriperumbudur Taluka, Kancheepuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thandalam?
The Gram Panchayat of Thandalam is Irungattukottai.
What is the pincode of Thandalam?
The pincode of Thandalam is 600128.
What is the population of Thandalam?
Thandalam has a total population of 5,359, including 2,840 males and 2,519 females.
How many households are there in Thandalam?
There are 901 households in Thandalam.
What is the literacy rate in Thandalam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thandalam is 80.01%. Male literacy is 84.61% and female literacy is 74.83%.