Thumbalapatti - Udumalaipettai, Tiruppur
Thumbalapatti is a village situated in the Udumalaipettai taluka of Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udumalaipettai and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Tiruppur. Thumbalapatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thumbalapatti is 644842. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.23 hectares and falls under the 642154 pincode. Udumalaipettai is the nearest town.
Thumbalapatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madathukulam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pollachi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thumbalapatti
As per Census 2011, Thumbalapatti village has a total population of 2,261 people, consisting of 1,122 males and 1,139 females. The village has 638 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,351 literate and 910 illiterate residents. Additionally, 495 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thumbalapatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,261 | 1,122 | 1,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 127 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 495 | 229 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,351 | 749 | 602 |
| Illiterate Population | 910 | 373 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Thumbalapatti
Thumbalapatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alampalayam | West | 1.64 km |
| Guruvappanaickanur | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Kuralkuttai | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Bogigoundendasarapatti | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Pallapalayam | West | 3.86 km |
| Kurichikottai | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Andigoundanur 1 | South | 4.89 km |
| Kannamanaickanur | North-East | 4.94 km |
| North Boothinatham | North-West | 5.49 km |
| Manupatti | South | 5.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thumbalapatti
Thumbalapatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palani, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.7 km.
| 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 Tiruppur to Thumbalapatti 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 Thumbalapatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thumbalapatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thumbalapatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thumbalapatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Thumbalapatti
Where is Thumbalapatti located?
Thumbalapatti village is located in Udumalaipettai Taluka, Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thumbalapatti?
Thumbalapatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thumbalapatti?
The pincode of Thumbalapatti is 642154.
What is the population of Thumbalapatti?
Thumbalapatti has a total population of 2,261, including 1,122 males and 1,139 females.
How many households are there in Thumbalapatti?
There are 638 households in Thumbalapatti.
What is the literacy rate in Thumbalapatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thumbalapatti is 59.75%. Male literacy is 66.76% and female literacy is 52.85%.