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.
Here you can discover what makes Thekkur unique in its vibrant Orathanadu-Thanjavur region. You’ll see Thekkur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Thekkur
Population of Thekkur
According to the 2011 Census, Thekkur has a total population of about 6,021, with approximately 2,961 males and 3,060 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 610 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 521 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.68%, with male literacy at about 71.94% and female literacy near 55.69%. There are around 1,478 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thekkur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.