Therkkuchandanur - Manamadurai, Sivaganga
Therkkuchandanur is a village situated in the Manamadurai taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manamadurai and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Therku Santhanoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Therkkuchandanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Therkkuchandanur is 640420. The village covers a total geographical area of 1169.92 hectares and falls under the 630609 pincode. Manamadurai is the nearest town.
Therkkuchandanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manamadurai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Therkkuchandanur
According to the 2011 Census, Therkkuchandanur village had a total population of 1,361 people, including 634 males and 727 females, living in 374 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.07%, with male literacy at 80.67% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 408.
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 | 1,361 | 634 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 408 | 192 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 827 | 455 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 179 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Therkkuchandanur
Therkkuchandanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vediarendal | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Vadakkuchandanur | North | 3.31 km |
| Elunuthimangalam | East | 3.72 km |
| T.pudukottai | South | 4.35 km |
| Pottadi Alangulam | South-East | 4.37 km |
| S.karaikudi | East | 4.68 km |
| Arasanendal | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Melanettur | South-East | 5.04 km |
| Soodiyur | South | 5.05 km |
| Mangulam | North-West | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Therkkuchandanur
Therkkuchandanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sudiyur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivaganga to Therkkuchandanur is about 25 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 Therkkuchandanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Therkkuchandanur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Therkkuchandanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Therkkuchandanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Therkkuchandanur
Where is Therkkuchandanur located?
Therkkuchandanur village is located in Manamadurai Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Therkkuchandanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Therkkuchandanur is Therku Santhanoor.
What is the pincode of Therkkuchandanur?
The pincode of Therkkuchandanur is 630609.
What is the population of Therkkuchandanur?
Therkkuchandanur had a total population of 1,361, including 634 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Therkkuchandanur?
Therkkuchandanur had 374 households.
What is the literacy rate in Therkkuchandanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Therkkuchandanur was 68.07%. Male literacy was 80.67% and female literacy was 57.14%.