Thiruvadavur - Melur, Madurai
Thiruvadavur is a village situated in the Melur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Melur and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Thiruvathavur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thiruvadavur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thiruvadavur is 640553. The village covers a total geographical area of 1555.98 hectares and falls under the 625110 pincode. Melur is the nearest town.
Thiruvadavur 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 Thiruvadavur
As per Census 2011, Thiruvadavur village has a total population of 5,769 people, consisting of 2,921 males and 2,848 females. The village has 1,508 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 686 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,075 literate and 1,694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,050 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thiruvadavur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,769 | 2,921 | 2,848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 686 | 379 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,050 | 530 | 520 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,075 | 2,258 | 1,817 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,694 | 663 | 1,031 |
Nearby Villages of Thiruvadavur
Thiruvadavur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukkampatti | West | 2.63 km |
| Kovilpatti | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Valayankulam | North | 2.94 km |
| T.vellalapatti | North | 3.04 km |
| Nalukulam | East | 3.04 km |
| Veppadappu | South | 3.48 km |
| Sorukulipatti | West | 3.61 km |
| Amoor | West | 4.31 km |
| Arasappanpatti | East | 4.37 km |
| Marudur | North-West | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thiruvadavur
Thiruvadavur 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 75.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Madurai to Thiruvadavur is about 24 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 Thiruvadavur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thiruvadavur 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 Thiruvadavur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thiruvadavur 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 Thiruvadavur
Where is Thiruvadavur located?
Thiruvadavur village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thiruvadavur?
The Gram Panchayat of Thiruvadavur is Thiruvathavur.
What is the pincode of Thiruvadavur?
The pincode of Thiruvadavur is 625110.
What is the population of Thiruvadavur?
Thiruvadavur has a total population of 5,769, including 2,921 males and 2,848 females.
How many households are there in Thiruvadavur?
There are 1,508 households in Thiruvadavur.
What is the literacy rate in Thiruvadavur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thiruvadavur is 70.64%. Male literacy is 77.30% and female literacy is 63.80%.