Thekkur

Thekkur is a village located in Tirupathur taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Tirupathur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Vanjinipatti is the gram panchayat of Thekkur village.

Thekkur has its own place in the vibrant Sivaganga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Thekkur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thekkur is 639997. The village spans a total geographical area of 1983.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630203. Nerkuppai is nearest town to Thekkur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Thekkur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tiruppattur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Thekkur

Below is a concise population overview of Thekkur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,672 2,464 2,208
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 454 239 215
Scheduled Castes (SC) 516 259 257
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,260 1,929 1,331
Illiterate Population 1,412 535 877

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Thekkur village:

  • The total population of Thekkur village is around 4,672, including approximately 2,464 males and 2,208 females, with a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 454 children aged 0–6 years in Thekkur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Thekkur village has 516 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Thekkur village is about 69.78%, with male literacy at 78.29% and female literacy at 60.28%.
  • There are around 1,139 households in Thekkur village.

Connectivity of Thekkur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thekkur. As per the 2011 stats, Thekkur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Thekkur

Knowing the nearby villages of Thekkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thekkur.

Singampunari North Olugumangalam Mahibalanapatti Shenbagampettai Vaiakalathur Sadurvadamangalam A Kalappur Singampunari South Kavanur Paiyur Athangudi

Frequently Asked Questions about Thekkur

Where is Thekkur located?
Thekkur village is situated in Tirupathur Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thekkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Thekkur is Vanjinipatti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Thekkur?
The pincode of Thekkur is 630203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Thekkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thekkur is 4,672, with 2,464 males and 2,208 females.
How many households are there in Thekkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thekkur village has a total of 1,139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thekkur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thekkur is 69.78%. The male literacy rate is 78.29%, while the female literacy rate is 60.28%.