Takurupalem - Gokavaram, East Godavari
Takurupalem is a village situated in the Gokavaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gokavaram and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Gangampalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takurupalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takurupalem is 587231. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 533286 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Takurupalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Takurupalem
According to the 2011 Census, Takurupalem village had a total population of 580 people, including 291 males and 289 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.58%, with male literacy at 57.85% and female literacy at 51.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.
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 | 580 | 291 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 151 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 140 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Takurupalem
Takurupalem 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 Takurupalem
Takurupalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rajahmundry to Takurupalem is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Takurupalem is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takurupalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takurupalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Takurupalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takurupalem 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Takurupalem
Where is Takurupalem located?
Takurupalem village is located in Gokavaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takurupalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Takurupalem is Gangampalem.
What is the pincode of Takurupalem?
The pincode of Takurupalem is 533286.
What is the population of Takurupalem?
Takurupalem had a total population of 580, including 291 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Takurupalem?
Takurupalem had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takurupalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takurupalem was 54.58%. Male literacy was 57.85% and female literacy was 51.33%.