Therkunatham - Aruppukkottai, Virudhunagar
Therkunatham is a village situated in the Aruppukkottai taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aruppukkottai and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Ranisethupuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Therkunatham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Therkunatham is 641692. The village covers a total geographical area of 1008.63 hectares and falls under the 626114 pincode. Aruppukkottai is the nearest town.
Therkunatham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruchuli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Therkunatham
As per Census 2011, Therkunatham village has a total population of 668 people, consisting of 326 males and 342 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 463 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 479 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Therkunatham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 668 | 326 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 479 | 231 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 247 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 79 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Therkunatham
Therkunatham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| P.jagaveerapuram | South | 2.36 km |
| Vadakkunatham | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Pullanaickenpatti | North | 3.99 km |
| Melaiyur | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Sengulam | East | 4.47 km |
| Kandasamypuram | South | 4.62 km |
| Paralachi | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Madalapuram | South-West | 4.87 km |
| Rajagopalapuram | North | 5.42 km |
| Nadukattur | West | 5.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Therkunatham
Therkunatham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tiruchchuli, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 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 Virudhunagar to Therkunatham is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Therkunatham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Therkunatham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Therkunatham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Therkunatham 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 Therkunatham
Where is Therkunatham located?
Therkunatham village is located in Aruppukkottai Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Therkunatham?
The Gram Panchayat of Therkunatham is Ranisethupuram.
What is the pincode of Therkunatham?
The pincode of Therkunatham is 626114.
What is the population of Therkunatham?
Therkunatham has a total population of 668, including 326 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Therkunatham?
There are 206 households in Therkunatham.
What is the literacy rate in Therkunatham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Therkunatham is 69.31%. Male literacy is 75.77% and female literacy is 63.16%.