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
As per Census 2011, Thumbaipatti village has a total population of 6,571 people, consisting of 3,274 males and 3,297 females. The village has 1,741 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 684 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,451 literate and 2,120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 493 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thumbaipatti are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 6,571, including 3,274 males and 3,297 females.
How many households are there in Thumbaipatti?
There are 1,741 households in Thumbaipatti.
What is the literacy rate in Thumbaipatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thumbaipatti is 67.74%. Male literacy is 74.22% and female literacy is 61.30%.