Thumbaipatti - Melur, Madurai
Thumbaipatti 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 28 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Thumbaipatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thumbaipatti is 640512. The village covers a total geographical area of 1236.05 hectares and falls under the 625108 pincode. Melur is the nearest town.
Thumbaipatti 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 Thumbaipatti
According to the 2011 Census, Thumbaipatti village had a total population of 6,571 people, including 3,274 males and 3,297 females, living in 1,741 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.61%, with male literacy at 83.22% and female literacy at 68.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 493.
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 | 6,571 | 3,274 | 3,297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 684 | 354 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 241 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,451 | 2,430 | 2,021 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,120 | 844 | 1,276 |
Nearby Villages of Thumbaipatti
Thumbaipatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Attappatti | East | 3.70 km |
| Sennagarampatti | West | 3.74 km |
| Keelaiyur | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Budamangalam | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Pudusukkampatti | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Navinipatti | South | 4.47 km |
| Kachirayanpatti | North | 4.53 km |
| Melavalavu | North-West | 5.24 km |
| Ettimangalam | West | 5.37 km |
| Melur | South-West | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thumbaipatti
Thumbaipatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Silsiman, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Madurai to Thumbaipatti is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thumbaipatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thumbaipatti 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 Thumbaipatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thumbaipatti 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 Thumbaipatti
Where is Thumbaipatti located?
Thumbaipatti village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thumbaipatti?
Thumbaipatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thumbaipatti?
The pincode of Thumbaipatti is 625108.
What is the population of Thumbaipatti?
Thumbaipatti had a total population of 6,571, including 3,274 males and 3,297 females.
How many households are there in Thumbaipatti?
Thumbaipatti had 1,741 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thumbaipatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thumbaipatti was 75.61%. Male literacy was 83.22% and female literacy was 68.12%.