Thakkolam

Thakkolam
Thakkolam
town
	Thakkolam Location in Tamil Nadu, India Thakkolam Thakkolam (India)
	Coordinates: 12°24′N 79°22′E / 12.400°N 79.367°ECoordinates: 12°24′N 79°22′E / 12.400°N 79.367°E
Country	India
State	Tamil Nadu
District	Ranipet district
Population (2001)
• Total	11,919

Dear reader, We need your support to keep the flame of knowledge burning bright! Our hosting server bill is due on June 1st, and without your help, Bharatpedia faces the risk of shutdown. We've come a long way together in exploring and celebrating our rich heritage. Now, let's unite to ensure Bharatpedia continues to be a beacon of knowledge for generations to come. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference. Together, let's preserve and share the essence of Bharat.

Thank you for being part of the Bharatpedia family!
Please scan the QR code on the right to donate.

0%

transparency: ₹0 raised out of ₹100,000 (0 supporter)

Thakkolam is a panchayat town in Ranipet district, Tamil Nadu, India. In Thakkolam there is a famous Siva temple, named Jalanatheeswarar Temple, the main lord is Jalanaatheeshwaran. It is one among 276 'Paadal Petra Sthalam. The temple is the scene for the Battle of Takkolam.

Demographics[edit]

As of 2001^[update] India census, Thakkolam had a population of 11,919. Males constitute 54% of the population and females 46%. Thakkolam has an average literacy rate of 70%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 80%, and female literacy is 58%. In Thakkolam, 10% of the population is under 6 years of age.^[1]

Transportation[edit]

With the development of a vast road network, Thakkolam is well connected to its nearby towns and villages. The Thakkolam railway station connects the village to Arakonam, Tirumalpur, Kanchipuram and Chengalpet and the Thiruvalangadu railway station connects to Chennai and Arakonam.The place has got a very famous god called Lord Dhakshinamoorthy in "Thava kolam" since ever called thakolam. Lord Dhakahinamoorthy is worshipped in Jalanadheeshwarar temple. Chennai second airport planned in parandur is nearby Thakkolam, Kanakamma chathiram - Thakkolam road connect to Chennai Thirupati national highway 205.

Thakkolam also has good connectivity with Mappedu multi purpose logistics park

References[edit]

↑ "Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns (Provisional)". Census Commission of India. Archived from the original on 16 June 2004. Retrieved 1 November 2008.

This article related to a location in Vellore district, Tamil Nadu, India is a stub. You can help Bharatpedia by expanding it.

[1] "Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns (Provisional)". Census Commission of India. Archived from the original on 16 June 2004. Retrieved 1 November 2008.

[1]

Thakkolam
Next station east north/north: Tirumalpur	South West Line, Chennai Suburban		Next station south/south west: Arakkonam
Next station east north/north: Tirumalpur	Stop number: 37	km from start: 116.04	Next station south/south west: Arakkonam