Thippanur - Gonegandla, Kurnool
Thippanur is a village situated in the Gonegandla mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gonegandla and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Thippanur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thippanur is 594062. The village covers a total geographical area of 2119 hectares and falls under the 518463 pincode. Yemmiganur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Thippanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thippanur
As per Census 2011, Thippanur village has a total population of 3,566 people, consisting of 1,790 males and 1,776 females. The village has 696 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 519 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,358 literate and 2,208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 733 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thippanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,566 | 1,790 | 1,776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 519 | 281 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 733 | 368 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,358 | 892 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,208 | 898 | 1,310 |
Nearby Villages of Thippanur
Thippanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vemugodu | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Lingamdinne | East | 4.04 km |
| Errabadu | West | 4.76 km |
| Varkur | North-East | 5.07 km |
| Kurnur | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Machapuram | South-West | 5.82 km |
| Handri Khairawadi | North-West | 6.96 km |
| Pulakurthy | North | 8.12 km |
| P.kotakonda | South | 8.17 km |
| Mudumalagurthy | East | 8.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thippanur
Thippanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Veldurti, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yemmiganur to Thippanur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Thippanur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thippanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thippanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thippanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thippanur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Thippanur
Where is Thippanur located?
Thippanur village is located in Gonegandla Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thippanur?
Thippanur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thippanur?
The pincode of Thippanur is 518463.
What is the population of Thippanur?
Thippanur has a total population of 3,566, including 1,790 males and 1,776 females.
How many households are there in Thippanur?
There are 696 households in Thippanur.
What is the literacy rate in Thippanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thippanur is 38.08%. Male literacy is 49.83% and female literacy is 26.24%.