Thidakkottai - Devakottai, Sivaganga
Thidakkottai is a village situated in the Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devakottai and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Puliyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thidakkottai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thidakkottai is 640197. The village covers a total geographical area of 1171.95 hectares and falls under the 630303 pincode. Devakottai is the nearest town.
Thidakkottai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thidakkottai
As per Census 2011, Thidakkottai village has a total population of 2,984 people, consisting of 1,416 males and 1,568 females. The village has 817 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,161 literate and 823 illiterate residents. Additionally, 798 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thidakkottai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,984 | 1,416 | 1,568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 118 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 798 | 372 | 426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,161 | 1,170 | 991 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 246 | 577 |
Nearby Villages of Thidakkottai
Thidakkottai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pagayani Pirandani | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Sakkanthi | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Karkalathur | South | 3.45 km |
| Panangulam | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Anthakudi | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Muppaiyur | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Seluvatti | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Attur | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Neyvayal | East | 5.00 km |
| Parur | South-East | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thidakkottai
Thidakkottai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Devakottai Road, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.7 km.
| 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 Sivaganga to Thidakkottai is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thidakkottai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thidakkottai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thidakkottai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thidakkottai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thidakkottai
Where is Thidakkottai located?
Thidakkottai village is located in Devakottai Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thidakkottai?
The Gram Panchayat of Thidakkottai is Puliyal.
What is the pincode of Thidakkottai?
The pincode of Thidakkottai is 630303.
What is the population of Thidakkottai?
Thidakkottai has a total population of 2,984, including 1,416 males and 1,568 females.
How many households are there in Thidakkottai?
There are 817 households in Thidakkottai.
What is the literacy rate in Thidakkottai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thidakkottai is 72.42%. Male literacy is 82.63% and female literacy is 63.20%.