Tiruppakottai - Devakottai, Sivaganga
Tiruppakottai is a village situated in the Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devakottai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Manaivikottai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tiruppakottai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tiruppakottai is 640178. The village covers a total geographical area of 1470.34 hectares and falls under the 630303 pincode. Devakottai is the nearest town.
Tiruppakottai 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 Tiruppakottai
According to the 2011 Census, Tiruppakottai village had a total population of 3,291 people, including 1,711 males and 1,580 females, living in 812 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.51%, with male literacy at 90.94% and female literacy at 73.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 611.
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 | 3,291 | 1,711 | 1,580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 154 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 611 | 313 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,482 | 1,416 | 1,066 |
| Illiterate Population | 809 | 295 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Tiruppakottai
Tiruppakottai 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 | South | 3.07 km |
| Hanumanthagudi | North | 3.09 km |
| Kodikkottai | West | 3.16 km |
| Kadagampatti | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Neyvayal | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Sakkanthi | South-West | 4.22 km |
| Palangulam | North-East | 4.44 km |
| Tuthagudi | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Maviduthikottai | North-West | 4.57 km |
| Nallangudi | North-West | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tiruppakottai
Public transport in the Tiruppakottai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Devakottai Road, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.3 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 Tiruppakottai 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 Tiruppakottai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tiruppakottai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tiruppakottai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tiruppakottai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tiruppakottai
Where is Tiruppakottai located?
Tiruppakottai village is located in Devakottai Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tiruppakottai?
The Gram Panchayat of Tiruppakottai is Manaivikottai.
What is the pincode of Tiruppakottai?
The pincode of Tiruppakottai is 630303.
What is the population of Tiruppakottai?
Tiruppakottai had a total population of 3,291, including 1,711 males and 1,580 females.
How many households are there in Tiruppakottai?
Tiruppakottai had 812 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tiruppakottai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tiruppakottai was 82.51%. Male literacy was 90.94% and female literacy was 73.47%.