Thiruppakovil - Karambakudi, Pudukkottai
Thiruppakovil is a village situated in the Karambakudi taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karambakudi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. Sengamedu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thiruppakovil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thiruppakovil is 639658. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.21 hectares and falls under the 622302 pincode. Karambakkudi is the nearest town.
Thiruppakovil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandarvakottai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thiruppakovil
According to the 2011 Census, Thiruppakovil village had a total population of 40 people, including 23 males and 17 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 739 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 53.33%.
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 | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 20 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 3 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Thiruppakovil
Thiruppakovil 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Odapaviduthy | South | 0.65 km |
| Sengamedu | North | 1.54 km |
| Unjividuthy | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Kallumadai | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Illupaividuthy | South | 2.24 km |
| Peyaadipatti | West | 2.79 km |
| Chinna Ammankudi | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Sillathur | East | 3.07 km |
| Ammankudi | South | 3.31 km |
| Thoppuviduthy | South | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thiruppakovil
Thiruppakovil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mariammankovil, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.2 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 Pudukkottai to Thiruppakovil is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thiruppakovil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thiruppakovil 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thiruppakovil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thiruppakovil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thiruppakovil
Where is Thiruppakovil located?
Thiruppakovil village is located in Karambakudi Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thiruppakovil?
The Gram Panchayat of Thiruppakovil is Sengamedu.
What is the pincode of Thiruppakovil?
The pincode of Thiruppakovil is 622302.
What is the population of Thiruppakovil?
Thiruppakovil had a total population of 40, including 23 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Thiruppakovil?
Thiruppakovil had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thiruppakovil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thiruppakovil was 77.78%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 53.33%.