Thirumalaipuram - Aruppukkottai, Virudhunagar
Thirumalaipuram is a village situated in the Aruppukkottai taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aruppukkottai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Suthamadam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thirumalaipuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thirumalaipuram is 641681. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.41 hectares and falls under the 626112 pincode. Aruppukkottai is the nearest town.
Thirumalaipuram 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 Thirumalaipuram
According to the 2011 Census, Thirumalaipuram village had a total population of 617 people, including 319 males and 298 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.89%, with male literacy at 89.20% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 206.
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 | 617 | 319 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 107 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 256 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 63 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Thirumalaipuram
Thirumalaipuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thummuchinnampatti | North | 2.24 km |
| Thoppalakarai | South | 2.43 km |
| Rajagopalapuram | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Salukkuvarpatti | West | 3.74 km |
| Suthamadam | South-West | 5.14 km |
| Chettikulam | East | 5.19 km |
| Pullanaickenpatti | South-East | 5.28 km |
| Mandapasalai | North-West | 5.35 km |
| Mudimannarkottai | North | 5.66 km |
| N.karisalkulam | North-East | 5.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thirumalaipuram
Thirumalaipuram 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 57.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Thirumalaipuram is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thirumalaipuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thirumalaipuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thirumalaipuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thirumalaipuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Thirumalaipuram
Where is Thirumalaipuram located?
Thirumalaipuram village is located in Aruppukkottai Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thirumalaipuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Thirumalaipuram is Suthamadam.
What is the pincode of Thirumalaipuram?
The pincode of Thirumalaipuram is 626112.
What is the population of Thirumalaipuram?
Thirumalaipuram had a total population of 617, including 319 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Thirumalaipuram?
Thirumalaipuram had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thirumalaipuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thirumalaipuram was 72.89%. Male literacy was 89.20% and female literacy was 55.56%.