Thekkampatti - Omalur, Salem
Thekkampatti is a village situated in the Omalur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Omalur and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Thekkampatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thekkampatti is 633856. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.9 hectares and falls under the 636012 pincode. Karuppur is the nearest town.
Thekkampatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Omalur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salem Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thekkampatti
As per Census 2011, Thekkampatti village has a total population of 7,679 people, consisting of 4,002 males and 3,677 females. The village has 1,986 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 794 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,518 literate and 3,161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,737 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thekkampatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,679 | 4,002 | 3,677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 794 | 428 | 366 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,737 | 1,428 | 1,309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,518 | 2,700 | 1,818 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,161 | 1,302 | 1,859 |
Nearby Villages of Thekkampatti
Thekkampatti 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 Thekkampatti
Thekkampatti 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 Thekkampatti is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thekkampatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thekkampatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thekkampatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thekkampatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thekkampatti
Where is Thekkampatti located?
Thekkampatti village is located in Omalur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thekkampatti?
Thekkampatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thekkampatti?
The pincode of Thekkampatti is 636012.
What is the population of Thekkampatti?
Thekkampatti has a total population of 7,679, including 4,002 males and 3,677 females.
How many households are there in Thekkampatti?
There are 1,986 households in Thekkampatti.
What is the literacy rate in Thekkampatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thekkampatti is 58.84%. Male literacy is 67.47% and female literacy is 49.44%.