Thekkur

Thekkur is a village located in Orathanadu taluka of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Orathanadu (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Thanjavur. As per 2009 stats, Thekkur village is also a gram panchayat.

Thekkur has its own place in the vibrant Thanjavur 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 638910. The village spans a total geographical area of 570.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614902. Thanjavur is nearest town to Thekkur village for all major economic activities.

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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 6,021 2,961 3,060
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 610 322 288
Scheduled Castes (SC) 521 239 282
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,834 2,130 1,704
Illiterate Population 2,187 831 1,356

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

  • The total population of Thekkur village is around 6,021, including approximately 2,961 males and 3,060 females, with a sex ratio of 1033 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 610 children aged 0–6 years in Thekkur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Thekkur village has 521 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Thekkur village is about 63.68%, with male literacy at 71.94% and female literacy at 55.69%.
  • There are around 1,478 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within village

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.

Pulavankadu Thelungan Kudikadu Pinnayur East Pinnayur West Kakkarakottai Adanakottai Pachiyur Sillathur Pugal Sillathur Tirunallur Poyyundarkudikadu

Frequently Asked Questions about Thekkur

Where is Thekkur located?
Thekkur village is situated in Orathanadu Taluka, within the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thekkur?
Thekkur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Thekkur?
The pincode of Thekkur is 614902, 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 6,021, with 2,961 males and 3,060 females.
How many households are there in Thekkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thekkur village has a total of 1,478 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thekkur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thekkur is 63.68%. The male literacy rate is 71.94%, while the female literacy rate is 55.69%.