Tarigoppula - Unguturu, Krishna
Tarigoppula is a village situated in the Unguturu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Unguturu and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Tarigoppula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarigoppula is 589268. The village covers a total geographical area of 572 hectares and falls under the 521260 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Tarigoppula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tarigoppula
As per Census 2011, Tarigoppula village has a total population of 2,393 people, consisting of 1,187 males and 1,206 females. The village has 710 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,513 literate and 880 illiterate residents. Additionally, 422 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarigoppula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,393 | 1,187 | 1,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 127 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 213 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,513 | 805 | 708 |
| Illiterate Population | 880 | 382 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Tarigoppula
Tarigoppula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vempadu | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Buthumillipadu | North | 1.69 km |
| Maredumaka | South | 2.39 km |
| Veldipadu | East | 2.47 km |
| Tenneru | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Bokinala | South | 2.69 km |
| Tarigoppula Khandrika | West | 2.74 km |
| Chagantipadu | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Veldipadu Khandrika | East | 3.14 km |
| Velinutala | North-East | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tarigoppula
Tarigoppula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarigoppula, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Tarigoppula is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Tarigoppula is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarigoppula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarigoppula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarigoppula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarigoppula 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 Tarigoppula
Where is Tarigoppula located?
Tarigoppula village is located in Unguturu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarigoppula?
Tarigoppula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarigoppula?
The pincode of Tarigoppula is 521260.
What is the population of Tarigoppula?
Tarigoppula has a total population of 2,393, including 1,187 males and 1,206 females.
How many households are there in Tarigoppula?
There are 710 households in Tarigoppula.
What is the literacy rate in Tarigoppula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarigoppula is 63.23%. Male literacy is 67.82% and female literacy is 58.71%.