Therkkupattam - Valangaiman, Thiruvarur
Therkkupattam is a village situated in the Valangaiman taluka of Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valangaiman and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvarur. Therkkupattam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Therkkupattam is 637877. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.59 hectares and falls under the 612802 pincode. Valangaiman is the nearest town.
Therkkupattam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nannilam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Therkkupattam
As per Census 2011, Therkkupattam village has a total population of 1,031 people, consisting of 516 males and 515 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 766 literate and 265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 558 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Therkkupattam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,031 | 516 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 43 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 558 | 276 | 282 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 766 | 415 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 101 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Therkkupattam
Therkkupattam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadakkupattam | North | 1.09 km |
| Maruvathur | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Kalathur | West | 1.85 km |
| Veeranam | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Vilathur | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Puliyakudi | East | 2.72 km |
| Nallambur | North | 2.75 km |
| Adhichamangalam | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Chandrasekarapuram | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Virupakshipuram | East | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Therkkupattam
Public transport in the Therkkupattam is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Darasuram, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thiruvarur to Therkkupattam is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Therkkupattam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Therkkupattam 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 Therkkupattam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Therkkupattam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Therkkupattam
Where is Therkkupattam located?
Therkkupattam village is located in Valangaiman Taluka, Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Therkkupattam?
Therkkupattam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Therkkupattam?
The pincode of Therkkupattam is 612802.
What is the population of Therkkupattam?
Therkkupattam has a total population of 1,031, including 516 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Therkkupattam?
There are 265 households in Therkkupattam.
What is the literacy rate in Therkkupattam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Therkkupattam is 74.30%. Male literacy is 80.43% and female literacy is 68.16%.