Totakurapalem - Ravikamatham, Anakapalli
Totakurapalem is a village situated in the Ravikamatham mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Ravikamatham and around 75 km from Visakhapatnam. Totakurapalem village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Totakurapalem is 585865. The village covers a total geographical area of 1353 hectares and falls under the 531025 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Totakurapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Totakurapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Totakurapalem village had a total population of 2,634 people, including 1,319 males and 1,315 females, living in 644 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.07%, with male literacy at 54.72% and female literacy at 41.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165.
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 | 2,634 | 1,319 | 1,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 122 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,143 | 655 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,491 | 664 | 827 |
Nearby Villages of Totakurapalem
Totakurapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Appandorapalem | West | 2.91 km |
| Tattabanda | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Pangidi | East | 3.34 km |
| Theeda | South | 3.84 km |
| Charakam | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Pedapudi Agraharam | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Settipalem | South | 5.31 km |
| Venkannapalem | South | 5.38 km |
| Pedapudi | East | 5.91 km |
| Karaka | North-East | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Totakurapalem
Public transport in the Totakurapalem is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Narasingapalli, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Totakurapalem is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Totakurapalem is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Totakurapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Totakurapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Totakurapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Totakurapalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Totakurapalem
Where is Totakurapalem located?
Totakurapalem village is located in Ravikamatham Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Totakurapalem?
Totakurapalem is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Totakurapalem?
The pincode of Totakurapalem is 531025.
What is the population of Totakurapalem?
Totakurapalem had a total population of 2,634, including 1,319 males and 1,315 females.
How many households are there in Totakurapalem?
Totakurapalem had 644 households.
What is the literacy rate in Totakurapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Totakurapalem was 48.07%. Male literacy was 54.72% and female literacy was 41.32%.