Thumbadakkakottai - Rajasingamangalam, Ramanathapuram
Thumbadakkakottai is a village situated in the Rajasingamangalam taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from Tiruvadanai and around 30 km from Ramanathapuram. Thumbadaikkakottai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thumbadakkakottai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thumbadakkakottai is 641858. The village covers a total geographical area of 1509.4 hectares and falls under the 623525 pincode. R S Mangalam is the nearest town.
Thumbadakkakottai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruvadanai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thumbadakkakottai
As per Census 2011, Thumbadakkakottai village has a total population of 2,601 people, consisting of 1,300 males and 1,301 females. The village has 629 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,837 literate and 764 illiterate residents. Additionally, 645 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thumbadakkakottai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,601 | 1,300 | 1,301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 131 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 645 | 316 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 1,837 | 1,017 | 820 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 283 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Thumbadakkakottai
Thumbadakkakottai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sholandur | East | 2.84 km |
| Alagarthevankkottai | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Attangudi | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Ariyankottai | West | 4.13 km |
| Sathanur | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Seenangudi | South-East | 4.21 km |
| Sengudi | North-West | 5.29 km |
| Vagavayal | South | 5.30 km |
| Karungudi | East | 5.50 km |
| Pandamangalam | South-East | 6.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thumbadakkakottai
Thumbadakkakottai 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 98.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ramanathapuram to Thumbadakkakottai 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 Thumbadakkakottai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thumbadakkakottai 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 Thumbadakkakottai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thumbadakkakottai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thumbadakkakottai
Where is Thumbadakkakottai located?
Thumbadakkakottai village is located in Rajasingamangalam Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thumbadakkakottai?
The Gram Panchayat of Thumbadakkakottai is Thumbadaikkakottai.
What is the pincode of Thumbadakkakottai?
The pincode of Thumbadakkakottai is 623525.
What is the population of Thumbadakkakottai?
Thumbadakkakottai has a total population of 2,601, including 1,300 males and 1,301 females.
How many households are there in Thumbadakkakottai?
There are 629 households in Thumbadakkakottai.
What is the literacy rate in Thumbadakkakottai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thumbadakkakottai is 70.63%. Male literacy is 78.23% and female literacy is 63.03%.