Thoka Rai - G.Madugula, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Thoka Rai is a village situated in the G.Madugula mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from G.madugula and around 104 km from Visakhapatnam. Gemmeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thoka Rai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thoka Rai is 584925. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 531029 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Thoka Rai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thoka Rai
According to the 2011 Census, Thoka Rai village had a total population of 317 people, including 140 males and 177 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,264 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.49%, with male literacy at 20.72% and female literacy at 7.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 309.
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 | 317 | 140 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 29 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 137 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 23 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 117 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Thoka Rai
Thoka Rai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Thoka Rai
Public transport in the Thoka Rai is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Thoka Rai is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Thoka Rai is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thoka Rai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thoka Rai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thoka Rai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thoka Rai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thoka Rai
Where is Thoka Rai located?
Thoka Rai village is located in G.Madugula Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thoka Rai?
The Gram Panchayat of Thoka Rai is Gemmeli.
What is the pincode of Thoka Rai?
The pincode of Thoka Rai is 531029.
What is the population of Thoka Rai?
Thoka Rai had a total population of 317, including 140 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Thoka Rai?
Thoka Rai had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thoka Rai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thoka Rai was 13.49%. Male literacy was 20.72% and female literacy was 7.80%.