Thatchoor - Ponneri, Thiruvallur
Thatchoor is a village situated in the Ponneri taluka of Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu. Andarkuppam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thatchoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thatchoor is 628717. The village covers a total geographical area of 798.85 hectares and falls under the 601204 pincode. Ponneri is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Thatchoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ponneri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruvallur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thatchoor
As per Census 2011, Thatchoor village has a total population of 6,584 people, consisting of 3,298 males and 3,286 females. The village has 1,700 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 783 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,600 literate and 1,984 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,334 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thatchoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,584 | 3,298 | 3,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 783 | 406 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,334 | 669 | 665 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 4,600 | 2,463 | 2,137 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,984 | 835 | 1,149 |
Nearby Villages of Thatchoor
Thatchoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panjetty | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Peravallur | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Amoor | East | 2.62 km |
| Jaganathapuram | South | 2.89 km |
| Keelameni | West | 2.93 km |
| Ernavakkam | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Adambakkam | West | 3.67 km |
| Thadaperumbakkam | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Natham | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Durainallur | North-West | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thatchoor
Thatchoor is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ponneri, while the nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 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 Ponneri to Thatchoor is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thatchoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thatchoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thatchoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thatchoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thatchoor
Where is Thatchoor located?
Thatchoor village is located in Ponneri Taluka, Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thatchoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Thatchoor is Andarkuppam.
What is the pincode of Thatchoor?
The pincode of Thatchoor is 601204.
What is the population of Thatchoor?
Thatchoor has a total population of 6,584, including 3,298 males and 3,286 females.
How many households are there in Thatchoor?
There are 1,700 households in Thatchoor.
What is the literacy rate in Thatchoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thatchoor is 69.87%. Male literacy is 74.68% and female literacy is 65.03%.