Therku Vandanam - Kayathar, Thoothukkudi
Therku Vandanam is a village situated in the Kayathar taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 21 km from Kovilpatti and around 46 km from Thoothukkudi. Therku Mylodai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Therku Vandanam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Therku Vandanam is 642210. The village covers a total geographical area of 900.46 hectares and falls under the 628714 pincode. Kodambur is the nearest town.
Therku Vandanam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kovilpatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Therku Vandanam
According to the 2011 Census, Therku Vandanam village had a total population of 647 people, including 327 males and 320 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.82%, with male literacy at 82.00% and female literacy at 59.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 647 | 327 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 246 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 81 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Therku Vandanam
Therku Vandanam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadakku Vandanam | North | 2.36 km |
| K.kumarapuram | South | 2.46 km |
| Govindampatti | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Kuppanapuram | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Theethampatti | East | 3.26 km |
| Achangulam | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Koppampatti | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Nagampatti | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Kuruvinatham | North | 4.58 km |
| Ottudanpatti | West | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Therku Vandanam
Therku Vandanam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kadambur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 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 Thoothukkudi to Therku Vandanam is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Therku Vandanam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Therku Vandanam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Therku Vandanam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Therku Vandanam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Therku Vandanam
Where is Therku Vandanam located?
Therku Vandanam village is located in Kayathar Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Therku Vandanam?
The Gram Panchayat of Therku Vandanam is Therku Mylodai.
What is the pincode of Therku Vandanam?
The pincode of Therku Vandanam is 628714.
What is the population of Therku Vandanam?
Therku Vandanam had a total population of 647, including 327 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Therku Vandanam?
Therku Vandanam had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Therku Vandanam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Therku Vandanam was 70.82%. Male literacy was 82.00% and female literacy was 59.09%.