Thokada - Rajanagaram, East Godavari
Thokada is a village situated in the Rajanagaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajanagaram and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Mallampudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thokada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thokada is 587418. The village covers a total geographical area of 1886 hectares and falls under the 533296 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Thokada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thokada
As per Census 2011, Thokada village has a total population of 5,725 people, consisting of 2,922 males and 2,803 females. The village has 1,527 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 637 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,098 literate and 2,627 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thokada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,725 | 2,922 | 2,803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 637 | 311 | 326 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,291 | 642 | 649 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,098 | 1,587 | 1,511 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,627 | 1,335 | 1,292 |
Nearby Villages of Thokada
Thokada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukkinada | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Patha Thungapadu | West | 3.86 km |
| Veerampalem | East | 3.89 km |
| Elakolanu | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Kanavaram | North | 4.95 km |
| Duppalapudi | South-East | 5.63 km |
| Vemulapalle @ Seetayyapalem | South | 5.88 km |
| Srikrishnapatnam | West | 5.92 km |
| G. Donthamuru | East | 6.35 km |
| G. Yerrampalem | South-West | 6.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thokada
Thokada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Anaparti, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Thokada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Thokada is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thokada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thokada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thokada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thokada 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 Thokada
Where is Thokada located?
Thokada village is located in Rajanagaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thokada?
The Gram Panchayat of Thokada is Mallampudi.
What is the pincode of Thokada?
The pincode of Thokada is 533296.
What is the population of Thokada?
Thokada has a total population of 5,725, including 2,922 males and 2,803 females.
How many households are there in Thokada?
There are 1,527 households in Thokada.
What is the literacy rate in Thokada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thokada is 54.11%. Male literacy is 54.31% and female literacy is 53.91%.