Therkukottai - Thiruvonam, Thanjavur
Therkukottai is a village situated in the Thiruvonam taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 13 km from Orathanadu and around 40 km from Thanjavur. Therkukottai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Therkukottai is 638941. The village covers a total geographical area of 329.5 hectares and falls under the 614626 pincode. Orathanadu is the nearest town.
Therkukottai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Therkukottai
According to the 2011 Census, Therkukottai village had a total population of 1,012 people, including 490 males and 522 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.95%, with male literacy at 92.74% and female literacy at 79.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 216.
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 | 1,012 | 490 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 49 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 100 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 795 | 409 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 81 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Therkukottai
Therkukottai 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 Therkukottai
Therkukottai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Therkukottai 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 Therkukottai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Therkukottai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Therkukottai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Therkukottai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Therkukottai
Where is Therkukottai located?
Therkukottai village is located in Thiruvonam Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Therkukottai?
Therkukottai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Therkukottai?
The pincode of Therkukottai is 614626.
What is the population of Therkukottai?
Therkukottai had a total population of 1,012, including 490 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Therkukottai?
Therkukottai had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Therkukottai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Therkukottai was 85.95%. Male literacy was 92.74% and female literacy was 79.75%.