Thangammalpuram.K. - Vilathikulam, Thoothukkudi
Thangammalpuram.K. is a village situated in the Vilathikulam taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vilathikulam and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. K.thangammalpuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thangammalpuram.K. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thangammalpuram.K. is 642346. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.98 hectares and falls under the 628901 pincode.
Thangammalpuram.K. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vilathikulam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thangammalpuram.K.
According to the 2011 Census, Thangammalpuram.K. village had a total population of 1,394 people, including 713 males and 681 females, living in 362 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.75%, with male literacy at 86.12% and female literacy at 69.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 1,394 | 713 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 72 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 982 | 552 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 161 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Thangammalpuram.K.
Thangammalpuram.K. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Soorangudi | West | 2.73 km |
| M.shanmugapuram | South-West | 2.91 km |
| S.tharaikudi | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Kondunallanpatti | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Vembar | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Kannirajpuram | East | 5.02 km |
| M.kumarasakkanapuram | West | 5.14 km |
| Kokkarankottai | North-West | 6.18 km |
| Melmandai | South-West | 7.21 km |
| Periasamypuram | South | 7.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thangammalpuram.K.
Thangammalpuram.K. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tuticorin, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thoothukkudi to Thangammalpuram.K. is about 39 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 Thangammalpuram.K.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thangammalpuram.K. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thangammalpuram.K.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thangammalpuram.K. 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thangammalpuram.K.
Where is Thangammalpuram.K. located?
Thangammalpuram.K. village is located in Vilathikulam Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thangammalpuram.K.?
The Gram Panchayat of Thangammalpuram.K. is K.thangammalpuram.
What is the pincode of Thangammalpuram.K.?
The pincode of Thangammalpuram.K. is 628901.
What is the population of Thangammalpuram.K.?
Thangammalpuram.K. had a total population of 1,394, including 713 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Thangammalpuram.K.?
Thangammalpuram.K. had 362 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thangammalpuram.K.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thangammalpuram.K. was 77.75%. Male literacy was 86.12% and female literacy was 69.13%.