Thenparai - Mannargudi, Thiruvarur
Thenparai is a village situated in the Mannargudi taluka of Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mannargudi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvarur. Thenparai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thenparai is 638292. The village covers a total geographical area of 772.98 hectares and falls under the 614020 pincode. Mannargudi is the nearest town.
Thenparai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mannargudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thanjavur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thenparai
As per Census 2011, Thenparai village has a total population of 3,938 people, consisting of 1,874 males and 2,064 females. The village has 1,044 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,709 literate and 1,229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thenparai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,938 | 1,874 | 2,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 182 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 137 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,709 | 1,438 | 1,271 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,229 | 436 | 793 |
Nearby Villages of Thenparai
Thenparai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keluvathur | East | 2.15 km |
| Orathur | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Manankathankottagam | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Nallur | East | 3.98 km |
| Thirumakkottai - Ii | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Talayamangalam | North | 4.31 km |
| Venkathangudi | East | 4.37 km |
| Paingattur | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Kalichankkottai | South-West | 5.59 km |
| Balajireguramasamudram | South-West | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thenparai
Thenparai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mannargudi, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thiruvarur to Thenparai 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 Thenparai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thenparai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thenparai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thenparai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thenparai
Where is Thenparai located?
Thenparai village is located in Mannargudi Taluka, Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thenparai?
Thenparai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thenparai?
The pincode of Thenparai is 614020.
What is the population of Thenparai?
Thenparai has a total population of 3,938, including 1,874 males and 2,064 females.
How many households are there in Thenparai?
There are 1,044 households in Thenparai.
What is the literacy rate in Thenparai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thenparai is 68.79%. Male literacy is 76.73% and female literacy is 61.58%.