Thurakalavalasa - Peda Bayalu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Thurakalavalasa is a village situated in the Peda Bayalu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Peda Bayalu and around 150 km from Visakhapatnam. Gamparai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thurakalavalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thurakalavalasa is 583750. The village covers a total geographical area of 184 hectares and falls under the 531077 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Thurakalavalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thurakalavalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Thurakalavalasa village had a total population of 824 people, including 153 males and 671 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 4,386 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.79%, with male literacy at 63.16% and female literacy at 84.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 800.
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 | 824 | 153 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 800 | 149 | 651 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 84 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 69 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Thurakalavalasa
Thurakalavalasa 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 Thurakalavalasa
Thurakalavalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Anakapalle to Thurakalavalasa is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Thurakalavalasa 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 Thurakalavalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thurakalavalasa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thurakalavalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thurakalavalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thurakalavalasa
Where is Thurakalavalasa located?
Thurakalavalasa village is located in Peda Bayalu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thurakalavalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Thurakalavalasa is Gamparai.
What is the pincode of Thurakalavalasa?
The pincode of Thurakalavalasa is 531077.
What is the population of Thurakalavalasa?
Thurakalavalasa had a total population of 824, including 153 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Thurakalavalasa?
Thurakalavalasa had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thurakalavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thurakalavalasa was 80.79%. Male literacy was 63.16% and female literacy was 84.41%.