Therkutheru - Melur, Madurai
Therkutheru is a village situated in the Melur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Melur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Therkkutheru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Therkutheru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Therkutheru is 640534. The village covers a total geographical area of 1704.91 hectares and falls under the 625122 pincode. Melur is the nearest town.
Therkutheru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Melur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Therkutheru
According to the 2011 Census, Therkutheru village had a total population of 5,760 people, including 2,895 males and 2,865 females, living in 1,489 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.57%, with male literacy at 88.45% and female literacy at 72.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,454.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,760 | 2,895 | 2,865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 628 | 332 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,454 | 740 | 714 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,135 | 2,267 | 1,868 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,625 | 628 | 997 |
Nearby Villages of Therkutheru
Therkutheru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| T.vellalapatti | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Marudur | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Kallampatti | North | 3.34 km |
| Valayankulam | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Narasingampatti | West | 3.71 km |
| Perumalmalai Forest | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Surakkundu | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Arittapatti | North | 4.45 km |
| Unukalpuliyankulam | South-West | 4.49 km |
| Kilavikulam | South-West | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Therkutheru
Therkutheru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Silsiman, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.5 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 Madurai to Therkutheru is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Therkutheru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Therkutheru 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 Therkutheru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Therkutheru 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 Therkutheru
Where is Therkutheru located?
Therkutheru village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Therkutheru?
The Gram Panchayat of Therkutheru is Therkkutheru.
What is the pincode of Therkutheru?
The pincode of Therkutheru is 625122.
What is the population of Therkutheru?
Therkutheru had a total population of 5,760, including 2,895 males and 2,865 females.
How many households are there in Therkutheru?
Therkutheru had 1,489 households.
What is the literacy rate in Therkutheru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Therkutheru was 80.57%. Male literacy was 88.45% and female literacy was 72.71%.