Thantikonda - Gokavaram, East Godavari
Thantikonda is a village situated in the Gokavaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gokavaram and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Thanti Konda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thantikonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thantikonda is 587226. The village covers a total geographical area of 1145 hectares and falls under the 533286 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Thantikonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thantikonda
As per Census 2011, Thantikonda village has a total population of 4,428 people, consisting of 2,162 males and 2,266 females. The village has 1,294 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 483 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,394 literate and 2,034 illiterate residents. Additionally, 962 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thantikonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,428 | 2,162 | 2,266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 227 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 962 | 431 | 531 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 54 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 2,394 | 1,210 | 1,184 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,034 | 952 | 1,082 |
Nearby Villages of Thantikonda
Thantikonda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gokavaram | East | 2.65 km |
| Gadelapalem | West | 3.07 km |
| Atchutapuram | South | 3.25 km |
| Peda Bheempalle | North | 3.40 km |
| Indukuru | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Raghavapuram | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Gummalladuddi | South-East | 5.22 km |
| Krishnunipalem | North-East | 5.52 km |
| Bodleddupalem | West | 5.64 km |
| Rampa Yerrampalem | East | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thantikonda
Thantikonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.2 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 Rajahmundry to Thantikonda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Thantikonda 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 Thantikonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thantikonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thantikonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thantikonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thantikonda
Where is Thantikonda located?
Thantikonda village is located in Gokavaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thantikonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Thantikonda is Thanti Konda.
What is the pincode of Thantikonda?
The pincode of Thantikonda is 533286.
What is the population of Thantikonda?
Thantikonda has a total population of 4,428, including 2,162 males and 2,266 females.
How many households are there in Thantikonda?
There are 1,294 households in Thantikonda.
What is the literacy rate in Thantikonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thantikonda is 54.07%. Male literacy is 55.97% and female literacy is 52.25%.