Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) - Eral, Thoothukkudi
Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) is a village situated in the Eral taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from Tiruchendur and around 30 km from Thoothukkudi. Rajapathy serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) is 642551. The village covers a total geographical area of 379.87 hectares and falls under the 628623 pincode. Kayalpattinam is the nearest town.
Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruchendur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi)
According to the 2011 Census, Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) village had a total population of 1,317 people, including 683 males and 634 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.80%, with male literacy at 91.51% and female literacy at 81.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,043, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 1,317 | 683 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 82 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,043 | 550 | 493 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 550 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 133 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi)
Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) 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 Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi)
Public transport in the Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thoothukkudi to Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) is about 30 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 Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi)
Where is Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) located?
Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) village is located in Eral Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi)?
The Gram Panchayat of Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) is Rajapathy.
What is the pincode of Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi)?
The pincode of Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) is 628623.
What is the population of Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi)?
Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) had a total population of 1,317, including 683 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi)?
Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) was 86.80%. Male literacy was 91.51% and female literacy was 81.72%.