Theppampatti - Andipatti, Theni
Theppampatti is a village situated in the Andipatti taluka of Theni district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Andipatti and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Theni Allinagaram. Rajakkalpatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Theppampatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Theppampatti is 641161. The village covers a total geographical area of 1634.06 hectares and falls under the 625512 pincode. Andipatti Jakkampatti is the nearest town.
Theppampatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Andipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Theni Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Theppampatti
As per Census 2011, Theppampatti village has a total population of 4,730 people, consisting of 2,352 males and 2,378 females. The village has 1,289 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 464 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,951 literate and 1,779 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,496 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Theppampatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,730 | 2,352 | 2,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 246 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,496 | 741 | 755 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 2,951 | 1,658 | 1,293 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,779 | 694 | 1,085 |
Nearby Villages of Theppampatti
Theppampatti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramakrishnapuram | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Chittarpatti | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Palakombai | East | 3.91 km |
| Palayakottai | North-East | 4.30 km |
| Kottapatti | North | 6.20 km |
| G. Usilampatti | North-West | 6.31 km |
| Mottanuthu | North | 7.73 km |
| Peryampatti | East | 8.27 km |
| Kodaluthu | North | 8.29 km |
| Tekkampatti | North-West | 8.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Theppampatti
Public transport in the Theppampatti is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karuppatti, while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.6 km.
| 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 Theni Allinagaram to Theppampatti is about 26 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 Theppampatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Theppampatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Theppampatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Theppampatti 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Theppampatti
Where is Theppampatti located?
Theppampatti village is located in Andipatti Taluka, Theni district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Theppampatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Theppampatti is Rajakkalpatti.
What is the pincode of Theppampatti?
The pincode of Theppampatti is 625512.
What is the population of Theppampatti?
Theppampatti has a total population of 4,730, including 2,352 males and 2,378 females.
How many households are there in Theppampatti?
There are 1,289 households in Theppampatti.
What is the literacy rate in Theppampatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Theppampatti is 62.39%. Male literacy is 70.49% and female literacy is 54.37%.