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 Sarpanch 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)
As per Census 2011, Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) village has a total population of 1,317 people, consisting of 683 males and 634 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,006 literate and 311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,043 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) are given below:
| 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) has a total population of 1,317, including 683 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi)?
There are 319 households in Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi).
What is the literacy rate in Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thenthiruperai (Rajapathi) is 76.39%. Male literacy is 80.53% and female literacy is 71.92%.