Thirupathisaram - Thovala, Kanniyakumari
Thirupathisaram is a village situated in the Thovala taluka of Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boothapandi and around 3 km from the district headquarters in Nagercoil. Beemanagari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thirupathisaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thirupathisaram is 643153. The village covers a total geographical area of 623.01 hectares and falls under the 629901 pincode. Aaralvaimozhi is the nearest town.
Thirupathisaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanniyakumari Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Thirupathisaram
As per Census 2011, Thirupathisaram village has a total population of 5,677 people, consisting of 2,781 males and 2,896 females. The village has 1,546 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 523 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,784 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,006 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thirupathisaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,677 | 2,781 | 2,896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 278 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,006 | 496 | 510 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,784 | 2,416 | 2,368 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 365 | 528 |
Nearby Villages of Thirupathisaram
Thirupathisaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadasery (part) | West | 3.70 km |
| Theroor | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Chenbagaramanputhur (part) | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Erachakulam | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Esanthimangalam | North-West | 5.35 km |
| Nagercoil | South-West | 5.39 km |
| Thovala | North-East | 5.84 km |
| Vadiveeswaram (part) | South | 6.10 km |
| Thekkumalai West | East | 6.75 km |
| Eraviputhoor | South-East | 6.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thirupathisaram
Thirupathisaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Nagercoil Town, while the nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nagercoil to Thirupathisaram is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thirupathisaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thirupathisaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thirupathisaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thirupathisaram 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 Thirupathisaram
Where is Thirupathisaram located?
Thirupathisaram village is located in Thovala Taluka, Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thirupathisaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Thirupathisaram is Beemanagari.
What is the pincode of Thirupathisaram?
The pincode of Thirupathisaram is 629901.
What is the population of Thirupathisaram?
Thirupathisaram has a total population of 5,677, including 2,781 males and 2,896 females.
How many households are there in Thirupathisaram?
There are 1,546 households in Thirupathisaram.
What is the literacy rate in Thirupathisaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thirupathisaram is 84.27%. Male literacy is 86.88% and female literacy is 81.77%.