Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) - Orathanadu, Thanjavur
Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) is a village situated in the Orathanadu taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orathanadu and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Thirumangalakkottai West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) is 638903. The village covers a total geographical area of 597.9 hectares and falls under the 614905 pincode. Orathanadu is the nearest town.
Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Orattanadu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thanjavur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony)
According to the 2011 Census, Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) village had a total population of 1,043 people, including 463 males and 580 females, living in 315 households. The sex ratio was 1,253 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.96%, with male literacy at 80.45% and female literacy at 63.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 1,043 | 463 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 321 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 142 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony)
Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony)
Public transport in the Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Thanjavur to Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony)
Where is Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) located?
Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) village is located in Orathanadu Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony)?
The Gram Panchayat of Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) is Thirumangalakkottai West.
What is the pincode of Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony)?
The pincode of Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) is 614905.
What is the population of Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony)?
Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) had a total population of 1,043, including 463 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony)?
Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) had 315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tirumangalakottai Melaiyur (Colony) was 70.96%. Male literacy was 80.45% and female literacy was 63.74%.