Thenkalpakkam
Thenkalpakkam is a village located in Cheyyar taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Tiruvethipuram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Thenkalpakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Thenkalpakkam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Thenkalpakkam unique in its vibrant Cheyyar-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Thenkalpakkam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Thenkalpakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thenkalpakkam is 631428. The village spans a total geographical area of 345.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604408. Vandavasi is nearest town to Thenkalpakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Thenkalpakkam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Cheyyar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Thenkalpakkam
Population of Thenkalpakkam
According to the 2011 Census, Thenkalpakkam has a total population of about 667, with approximately 340 males and 327 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 109 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.71%, with male literacy at about 87.65% and female literacy near 69.42%. There are around 185 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thenkalpakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 340 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 525 | 298 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 42 | 100 |
Connectivity of Thenkalpakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thenkalpakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Thenkalpakkam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 34 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thenkalpakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Thenkalpakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thenkalpakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thenkalpakkam
- Where is Thenkalpakkam located?
- Thenkalpakkam village is situated in Cheyyar Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thenkalpakkam?
- Thenkalpakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Thenkalpakkam?
- The pincode of Thenkalpakkam is 604408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thenkalpakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thenkalpakkam is 667, with 340 males and 327 females.
- How many households are there in Thenkalpakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thenkalpakkam village has a total of 185 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thenkalpakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thenkalpakkam is 78.71%. The male literacy rate is 87.65%, while the female literacy rate is 69.42%.