Tiruvetriyur - Tiruvadanai, Ramanathapuram
Tiruvetriyur is a village situated in the Tiruvadanai taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruvadanai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Thiruvetriyur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tiruvetriyur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tiruvetriyur is 641835. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.85 hectares and falls under the 623407 pincode. Thondi is the nearest town.
Tiruvetriyur 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 Tiruvetriyur
According to the 2011 Census, Tiruvetriyur village had a total population of 592 people, including 311 males and 281 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.60%, with male literacy at 87.71% and female literacy at 70.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121.
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 | 592 | 311 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 257 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 54 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Tiruvetriyur
Tiruvetriyur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadambanedal | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Kulathur | West | 2.30 km |
| Kanatangudi | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Kilaarumbur | North | 2.63 km |
| Mugilthagam | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Alikkudi | South | 3.53 km |
| Pattamangalam | West | 3.75 km |
| Sekkanthidal | North | 4.35 km |
| Kilapanaiyur | West | 4.90 km |
| Nambuthalai | East | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tiruvetriyur
Tiruvetriyur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramanathapuram, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramanathapuram to Tiruvetriyur 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 Tiruvetriyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tiruvetriyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tiruvetriyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tiruvetriyur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tiruvetriyur
Where is Tiruvetriyur located?
Tiruvetriyur village is located in Tiruvadanai Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tiruvetriyur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tiruvetriyur is Thiruvetriyur.
What is the pincode of Tiruvetriyur?
The pincode of Tiruvetriyur is 623407.
What is the population of Tiruvetriyur?
Tiruvetriyur had a total population of 592, including 311 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Tiruvetriyur?
Tiruvetriyur had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tiruvetriyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tiruvetriyur was 79.60%. Male literacy was 87.71% and female literacy was 70.31%.