Thavalaikulam - Paramakudi, Ramanathapuram
Thavalaikulam is a village situated in the Paramakudi taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paramakudi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Thavalaikulam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thavalaikulam is 641883. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.9 hectares and falls under the 623705 pincode. Paramakudi is the nearest town.
Thavalaikulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paramakudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thavalaikulam
According to the 2011 Census, Thavalaikulam village had a total population of 601 people, including 264 males and 337 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 1,277 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.77%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 57.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 601 | 264 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 200 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 64 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Thavalaikulam
Thavalaikulam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Periyanendal | South | 1.80 km |
| Anjamadai | West | 1.91 km |
| Pandappanendal | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Nagaramangalam | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Kottakudi | East | 3.09 km |
| Koluvur | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Chitthanendal | South | 3.31 km |
| Karadaranthakudi | North | 3.76 km |
| Akkiramesi | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Sadurvedamangalam | South | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thavalaikulam
Thavalaikulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sattirakkudi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ramanathapuram to Thavalaikulam is about 35 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 Thavalaikulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thavalaikulam 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thavalaikulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thavalaikulam 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 Thavalaikulam
Where is Thavalaikulam located?
Thavalaikulam village is located in Paramakudi Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thavalaikulam?
Thavalaikulam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thavalaikulam?
The pincode of Thavalaikulam is 623705.
What is the population of Thavalaikulam?
Thavalaikulam had a total population of 601, including 264 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Thavalaikulam?
Thavalaikulam had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thavalaikulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thavalaikulam was 68.77%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 57.64%.