Thevaram - Uthamapalayam, Theni
Thevaram is a village situated in the Uthamapalayam taluka of Theni district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uthamapalayam and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Theni Allinagaram. Lakshminaickenpatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thevaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thevaram is 641115. The village covers a total geographical area of 3587.84 hectares and falls under the 625530 pincode. Thevaram is the nearest town.
Thevaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cumbum Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Theni Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thevaram
According to the 2011 Census, Thevaram village had a total population of 9,116 people, including 4,581 males and 4,535 females, living in 2,378 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.99%, with male literacy at 81.59% and female literacy at 62.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,295.
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 | 9,116 | 4,581 | 4,535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 791 | 431 | 360 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,295 | 1,166 | 1,129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,993 | 3,386 | 2,607 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,123 | 1,195 | 1,928 |
Nearby Villages of Thevaram
Thevaram 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 Thevaram
Thevaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Thevaram has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Theni Allinagaram to Thevaram is about 38 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 Thevaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thevaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thevaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thevaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thevaram
Where is Thevaram located?
Thevaram village is located in Uthamapalayam Taluka, Theni district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thevaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Thevaram is Lakshminaickenpatti.
What is the pincode of Thevaram?
The pincode of Thevaram is 625530.
What is the population of Thevaram?
Thevaram had a total population of 9,116, including 4,581 males and 4,535 females.
How many households are there in Thevaram?
Thevaram had 2,378 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thevaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thevaram was 71.99%. Male literacy was 81.59% and female literacy was 62.44%.