Thethigiripatti - Mettur, Salem
Thethigiripatti is a village situated in the Mettur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mettur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Thethigiripatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thethigiripatti is 633761. The village covers a total geographical area of 671.98 hectares and falls under the 636451 pincode. Mechery is the nearest town.
Thethigiripatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mettur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thethigiripatti
According to the 2011 Census, Thethigiripatti village had a total population of 4,991 people, including 2,685 males and 2,306 females, living in 1,372 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.11%, with male literacy at 73.55% and female literacy at 48.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 366.
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 | 4,991 | 2,685 | 2,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 457 | 243 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 180 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,816 | 1,796 | 1,020 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,175 | 889 | 1,286 |
Nearby Villages of Thethigiripatti
Thethigiripatti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Thethigiripatti
Thethigiripatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Salem to Thethigiripatti 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 Thethigiripatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thethigiripatti 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 Thethigiripatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thethigiripatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thethigiripatti
Where is Thethigiripatti located?
Thethigiripatti village is located in Mettur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thethigiripatti?
Thethigiripatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thethigiripatti?
The pincode of Thethigiripatti is 636451.
What is the population of Thethigiripatti?
Thethigiripatti had a total population of 4,991, including 2,685 males and 2,306 females.
How many households are there in Thethigiripatti?
Thethigiripatti had 1,372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thethigiripatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thethigiripatti was 62.11%. Male literacy was 73.55% and female literacy was 48.76%.