Thennadar - Vedaranyam, Nagapattinam
Thennadar is a village situated in the Vedaranyam taluka of Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vedaranyam and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nagapattinam. Thennadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thennadar is 637837. The village covers a total geographical area of 707.61 hectares and falls under the 614714 pincode. Vedaranyam is the nearest town.
Thennadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vedaranyam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thennadar
According to the 2011 Census, Thennadar village had a total population of 1,774 people, including 875 males and 899 females, living in 498 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.16%, with male literacy at 93.66% and female literacy at 82.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 645.
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 | 1,774 | 875 | 899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 645 | 323 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,415 | 739 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 136 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Thennadar
Thennadar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panchanathikulam West | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Pachanathikulam Middle | East | 3.69 km |
| Vaimedu West | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Panchanathikulam East | East | 4.77 km |
| Marudur Therku | North-East | 5.26 km |
| Thanikpttagam | North | 5.85 km |
| Ayakkarambulam Iv Sethi | East | 5.94 km |
| Thagattur Subramanyakadu | North | 6.13 km |
| Vanduvancheri | North-West | 7.20 km |
| Ayakkarambulam Iii Sethi | East | 8.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thennadar
Thennadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Atirampattinam, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nagapattinam to Thennadar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thennadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thennadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thennadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thennadar 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thennadar
Where is Thennadar located?
Thennadar village is located in Vedaranyam Taluka, Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thennadar?
Thennadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thennadar?
The pincode of Thennadar is 614714.
What is the population of Thennadar?
Thennadar had a total population of 1,774, including 875 males and 899 females.
How many households are there in Thennadar?
Thennadar had 498 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thennadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thennadar was 88.16%. Male literacy was 93.66% and female literacy was 82.84%.