Thorangulu - Peda Bayalu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Thorangulu is a village situated in the Peda Bayalu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Peda Bayalu and around 150 km from Visakhapatnam. Adugula Puttu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thorangulu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thorangulu is 583630. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 123 km away.
Thorangulu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thorangulu
According to the 2011 Census, Thorangulu village had a total population of 72 people, including 36 males and 36 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.64%, with male literacy at 39.29% and female literacy at 7.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 11 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 25 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Thorangulu
Thorangulu 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 Thorangulu
Thorangulu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Thorangulu is about 123 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Thorangulu is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thorangulu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thorangulu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thorangulu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thorangulu 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Thorangulu
Where is Thorangulu located?
Thorangulu village is located in Peda Bayalu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thorangulu?
The Gram Panchayat of Thorangulu is Adugula Puttu.
What is the pincode of Thorangulu?
The pincode of Thorangulu is 531040.
What is the population of Thorangulu?
Thorangulu had a total population of 72, including 36 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Thorangulu?
Thorangulu had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thorangulu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thorangulu was 23.64%. Male literacy was 39.29% and female literacy was 7.41%.