Thekkadivayal - Avudayarkoil, Pudukkottai
Thekkadivayal is a village situated in the Avudayarkoil taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Avudayarkoil and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. Vilanur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thekkadivayal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thekkadivayal is 639929. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.03 hectares and falls under the 614618 pincode. Aranthangi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Thekkadivayal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aranthangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Thekkadivayal
Thekkadivayal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Veliyattur | West | 0.89 km |
| Kolendram | East | 1.16 km |
| Amaradakki | West | 2.23 km |
| Kanur | South | 2.37 km |
| Ko-palangulam | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Kannakkur | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Veezhimangalam | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Puduvettivayal | West | 3.40 km |
| Neikuppai | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Talanur | South | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thekkadivayal
Thekkadivayal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Arantangi, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aranthangi to Thekkadivayal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pudukkottai to Thekkadivayal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thekkadivayal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thekkadivayal 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thekkadivayal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thekkadivayal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thekkadivayal
Where is Thekkadivayal located?
Thekkadivayal village is located in Avudayarkoil Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thekkadivayal?
The Gram Panchayat of Thekkadivayal is Vilanur.
What is the pincode of Thekkadivayal?
The pincode of Thekkadivayal is 614618.