Thirumanickam - Peraiyur, Madurai
Thirumanickam is a village situated in the Peraiyur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peraiyur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Thirumanickam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thirumanickam is 640859. The village covers a total geographical area of 1298.44 hectares and falls under the 625535 pincode. Elumalai is the nearest town.
Thirumanickam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Usilampatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Theni Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thirumanickam
According to the 2011 Census, Thirumanickam village had a total population of 3,960 people, including 1,973 males and 1,987 females, living in 1,065 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.11%, with male literacy at 84.36% and female literacy at 62.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 446.
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 | 3,960 | 1,973 | 1,987 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 176 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 229 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,645 | 1,516 | 1,129 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,315 | 457 | 858 |
Nearby Villages of Thirumanickam
Thirumanickam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Melathirumanikkam | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Adikaripatti | East | 2.82 km |
| Pappinaickenpatti | South-West | 3.41 km |
| E. Kottaipatti | North | 3.99 km |
| Kudippatti | South | 4.26 km |
| Kethuvarpatti | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Vannankulam | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Avalaseri | East | 5.03 km |
| Uthapuram | North-West | 5.05 km |
| Periyakattalai | East | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thirumanickam
Thirumanickam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tirumangalam, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.0 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 Thirumanickam is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thirumanickam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thirumanickam 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 Thirumanickam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thirumanickam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thirumanickam
Where is Thirumanickam located?
Thirumanickam village is located in Peraiyur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thirumanickam?
Thirumanickam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thirumanickam?
The pincode of Thirumanickam is 625535.
What is the population of Thirumanickam?
Thirumanickam had a total population of 3,960, including 1,973 males and 1,987 females.
How many households are there in Thirumanickam?
Thirumanickam had 1,065 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thirumanickam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thirumanickam was 73.11%. Male literacy was 84.36% and female literacy was 62.00%.