Thaticherla - Anantapur Rural, Ananthapuramu
Thaticherla is a village situated in the Anantapur Rural mandal of Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Anantapur and around 13 km from Anantapur. Thaticherla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thaticherla is 595081. The village covers a total geographical area of 1657 hectares and falls under the 515731 pincode. Anantapur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Thaticherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raptadu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hindupur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thaticherla
As per Census 2011, Thaticherla village has a total population of 2,268 people, consisting of 1,183 males and 1,085 females. The village has 577 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,230 literate and 1,038 illiterate residents. Additionally, 363 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thaticherla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,268 | 1,183 | 1,085 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 146 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 195 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,230 | 754 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,038 | 429 | 609 |
Nearby Villages of Thaticherla
Thaticherla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodimi | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Somanadoddi | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Podaralla | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Marthadu | North | 5.13 km |
| Gotukur | West | 5.86 km |
| Kotanka | North-West | 5.92 km |
| Lolur | North-East | 5.99 km |
| Govindapalle | East | 6.34 km |
| Rachanapalle | South | 6.98 km |
| Brahmanapalle | South-West | 8.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thaticherla
Thaticherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Taticherla, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anantapur to Thaticherla is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thaticherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thaticherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thaticherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thaticherla 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Thaticherla
Where is Thaticherla located?
Thaticherla village is located in Anantapur Rural Mandal, Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thaticherla?
Thaticherla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thaticherla?
The pincode of Thaticherla is 515731.
What is the population of Thaticherla?
Thaticherla has a total population of 2,268, including 1,183 males and 1,085 females.
How many households are there in Thaticherla?
There are 577 households in Thaticherla.
What is the literacy rate in Thaticherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thaticherla is 54.23%. Male literacy is 63.74% and female literacy is 43.87%.