Thirpparappu - Thiruvattar, Kanniyakumari
Thirpparappu is a village situated in the Thiruvattar taluka of Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 30 km from Pathmanabapuram and around 45 km from Nagercoil. Pechiparai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thirpparappu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thirpparappu is 643122. The village covers a total geographical area of 1654.41 hectares and falls under the 629161 pincode. Thiruvattar is the nearest town.
Thirpparappu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padmanabhapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanniyakumari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thirpparappu
As per Census 2011, Thirpparappu village has a total population of 4,452 people, consisting of 2,215 males and 2,237 females. The village has 1,154 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 421 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,687 literate and 765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thirpparappu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,452 | 2,215 | 2,237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 227 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 22 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 3,687 | 1,856 | 1,831 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 359 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Thirpparappu
Thirpparappu 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 Thirpparappu
Thirpparappu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nagercoil to Thirpparappu is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thirpparappu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thirpparappu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thirpparappu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thirpparappu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thirpparappu
Where is Thirpparappu located?
Thirpparappu village is located in Thiruvattar Taluka, Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thirpparappu?
The Gram Panchayat of Thirpparappu is Pechiparai.
What is the pincode of Thirpparappu?
The pincode of Thirpparappu is 629161.
What is the population of Thirpparappu?
Thirpparappu has a total population of 4,452, including 2,215 males and 2,237 females.
How many households are there in Thirpparappu?
There are 1,154 households in Thirpparappu.
What is the literacy rate in Thirpparappu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thirpparappu is 82.82%. Male literacy is 83.79% and female literacy is 81.85%.