Therkkunanallur - Muthupettai, Thiruvarur
Therkkunanallur is a village situated in the Muthupettai taluka of Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 27 km from Mannargudi and around 50 km from Thiruvarur. Therkkunanallur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Therkkunanallur is 638307. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.82 hectares and falls under the 614710 pincode. Mannargudi is the nearest town.
Therkkunanallur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thiruthuraipoondi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Therkkunanallur
According to the 2011 Census, Therkkunanallur village had a total population of 1,827 people, including 913 males and 914 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 1,001 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.34%, with male literacy at 87.80% and female literacy at 70.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,304.
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 | 1,827 | 913 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 85 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,304 | 646 | 658 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,321 | 727 | 594 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 186 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Therkkunanallur
Therkkunanallur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manankathankottagam | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Kulamanickam | East | 2.44 km |
| Venkathangudi | North | 2.77 km |
| Devadanam | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Keluvathur | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Ariyalur | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Mangudi | East | 4.64 km |
| Tholi | South | 4.75 km |
| Vadasanganthi | South-East | 4.92 km |
| Nallur | North | 5.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Therkkunanallur
Public transport in the Therkkunanallur 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 70.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thiruvarur to Therkkunanallur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Therkkunanallur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Therkkunanallur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Therkkunanallur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Therkkunanallur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Therkkunanallur
Where is Therkkunanallur located?
Therkkunanallur village is located in Muthupettai Taluka, Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Therkkunanallur?
Therkkunanallur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Therkkunanallur?
The pincode of Therkkunanallur is 614710.
What is the population of Therkkunanallur?
Therkkunanallur had a total population of 1,827, including 913 males and 914 females.
How many households are there in Therkkunanallur?
Therkkunanallur had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Therkkunanallur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Therkkunanallur was 79.34%. Male literacy was 87.80% and female literacy was 70.97%.