Tossipudi - Biccavolu, East Godavari
Tossipudi is a village situated in the Biccavolu mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biccavolu and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Tossipudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tossipudi is 587534. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 533345 pincode. Ramachandrapuram is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Tossipudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tossipudi
As per Census 2011, Tossipudi village has a total population of 2,404 people, consisting of 1,180 males and 1,224 females. The village has 801 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,461 literate and 943 illiterate residents. Additionally, 490 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tossipudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,404 | 1,180 | 1,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 121 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 490 | 240 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,461 | 744 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 943 | 436 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Tossipudi
Tossipudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Komaripalem | West | 1.08 km |
| Pandalapaka | East | 1.66 km |
| Koppavaram | West | 3.03 km |
| Mahendrawada | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Balabhadrapuram | North | 4.20 km |
| Konkuduru | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Vedurupaka | South | 4.26 km |
| Voolapalle | East | 4.53 km |
| Anaparthy | West | 4.89 km |
| Kapavaram | North-West | 4.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tossipudi
Tossipudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balabhadrapuram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramachandrapuram to Tossipudi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Tossipudi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tossipudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tossipudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tossipudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tossipudi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tossipudi
Where is Tossipudi located?
Tossipudi village is located in Biccavolu Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tossipudi?
Tossipudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tossipudi?
The pincode of Tossipudi is 533345.
What is the population of Tossipudi?
Tossipudi has a total population of 2,404, including 1,180 males and 1,224 females.
How many households are there in Tossipudi?
There are 801 households in Tossipudi.
What is the literacy rate in Tossipudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tossipudi is 60.77%. Male literacy is 63.05% and female literacy is 58.58%.