Therkupanaiyur - Thirukkuvalai, Nagapattinam
Therkupanaiyur is a village situated in the Thirukkuvalai taluka of Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thirukkuvalai and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Nagapattinam. Therkupanaiyur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Therkupanaiyur is 637766. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.86 hectares and falls under the 610207 pincode. Kilvelur is the nearest town.
Therkupanaiyur 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 Therkupanaiyur
As per Census 2011, Therkupanaiyur village has a total population of 1,778 people, consisting of 885 males and 893 females. The village has 454 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,247 literate and 531 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Therkupanaiyur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,778 | 885 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 93 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,229 | 625 | 604 |
| Literate Population | 1,247 | 677 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 208 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Therkupanaiyur
Therkupanaiyur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadakkupanaiyur | North | 1.25 km |
| Malavelakarai | South | 1.47 km |
| Erayankudy | North | 2.01 km |
| Anakkudi | West | 2.30 km |
| Madapuram | East | 2.59 km |
| Valakarai | South | 3.11 km |
| Thirukuvalai | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Vappanchery | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Palakurichi | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Sathiyakudi | North-West | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Therkupanaiyur
Therkupanaiyur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kizhelur, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Nagapattinam to Therkupanaiyur is about 30 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 Therkupanaiyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Therkupanaiyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Therkupanaiyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Therkupanaiyur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Therkupanaiyur
Where is Therkupanaiyur located?
Therkupanaiyur village is located in Thirukkuvalai Taluka, Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Therkupanaiyur?
Therkupanaiyur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Therkupanaiyur?
The pincode of Therkupanaiyur is 610207.
What is the population of Therkupanaiyur?
Therkupanaiyur has a total population of 1,778, including 885 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Therkupanaiyur?
There are 454 households in Therkupanaiyur.
What is the literacy rate in Therkupanaiyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Therkupanaiyur is 70.13%. Male literacy is 76.50% and female literacy is 63.83%.