Thiruppoondi (West) - Kilvelur, Nagapattinam
Thiruppoondi (West) is a village situated in the Kilvelur taluka of Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kilvelur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Nagapattinam. Thirupoondi(w) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thiruppoondi (West) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thiruppoondi (West) is 637753. The village covers a total geographical area of 771.4 hectares and falls under the 611110 pincode. Velankanni is the nearest town.
Thiruppoondi (West) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kilvelur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thiruppoondi (West)
As per Census 2011, Thiruppoondi (West) village has a total population of 5,198 people, consisting of 2,509 males and 2,689 females. The village has 1,323 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 568 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,144 literate and 1,054 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thiruppoondi (West) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,198 | 2,509 | 2,689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 568 | 290 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,252 | 627 | 625 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 4,144 | 2,125 | 2,019 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,054 | 384 | 670 |
Nearby Villages of Thiruppoondi (West)
Thiruppoondi (West) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kilapidagai | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Karunguni | West | 2.86 km |
| Thiruppoondi (east) | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Prathabaramapuram | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Cholavidyapuram | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Thalayamazhai | North | 3.51 km |
| Karappidagai (north) | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Vizhunthamavadi | South-East | 4.79 km |
| Meenamanallur | West | 4.79 km |
| Ottathattai | North-West | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thiruppoondi (West)
Thiruppoondi (West) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Velankanni, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nagapattinam to Thiruppoondi (West) is about 18 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 Thiruppoondi (West)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thiruppoondi (West) 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 Thiruppoondi (West)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thiruppoondi (West) 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 Thiruppoondi (West)
Where is Thiruppoondi (West) located?
Thiruppoondi (West) village is located in Kilvelur Taluka, Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thiruppoondi (West)?
The Gram Panchayat of Thiruppoondi (West) is Thirupoondi(w).
What is the pincode of Thiruppoondi (West)?
The pincode of Thiruppoondi (West) is 611110.
What is the population of Thiruppoondi (West)?
Thiruppoondi (West) has a total population of 5,198, including 2,509 males and 2,689 females.
How many households are there in Thiruppoondi (West)?
There are 1,323 households in Thiruppoondi (West).
What is the literacy rate in Thiruppoondi (West)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thiruppoondi (West) is 79.72%. Male literacy is 84.70% and female literacy is 75.08%.