Theertham - Baireddipalle, Chittoor
Theertham is a village situated in the Baireddipalle mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baireddipalle and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Gadduru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Theertham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Theertham is 596750. The village covers a total geographical area of 1699 hectares and falls under the 517415 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Theertham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Theertham
As per Census 2011, Theertham village has a total population of 5,208 people, consisting of 2,626 males and 2,582 females. The village has 1,116 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 638 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,890 literate and 2,318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 880 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Theertham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,208 | 2,626 | 2,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 638 | 321 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 880 | 453 | 427 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,890 | 1,682 | 1,208 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,318 | 944 | 1,374 |
Nearby Villages of Theertham
Theertham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaigallu | South | 2.80 km |
| Kambhampalle | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Sinigehalli | West | 3.33 km |
| Devadoddi | East | 3.86 km |
| Thota Kanuma | South-West | 4.01 km |
| K.byappalli | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Payastanahalli | North-West | 4.77 km |
| Jeeyapalli | North-West | 5.14 km |
| Alapalle | North | 5.23 km |
| Kasuvuganahalli | North | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Theertham
Theertham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Coromandel, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palamaner to Theertham is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Theertham is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Theertham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Theertham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Theertham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Theertham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Theertham
Where is Theertham located?
Theertham village is located in Baireddipalle Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Theertham?
The Gram Panchayat of Theertham is Gadduru.
What is the pincode of Theertham?
The pincode of Theertham is 517415.
What is the population of Theertham?
Theertham has a total population of 5,208, including 2,626 males and 2,582 females.
How many households are there in Theertham?
There are 1,116 households in Theertham.
What is the literacy rate in Theertham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Theertham is 55.49%. Male literacy is 64.05% and female literacy is 46.79%.