Thotaravulapadu - Chandarlapadu, Ntr
Thotaravulapadu is a village situated in the Chandarlapadu mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Chandarlapadu and around 138 km from Machilipatnam. Thotaravulapadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thotaravulapadu is 589179. The village covers a total geographical area of 1208 hectares and falls under the 521183 pincode. Jaggaiahpet is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Thotaravulapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thotaravulapadu
As per Census 2011, Thotaravulapadu village has a total population of 3,516 people, consisting of 1,751 males and 1,765 females. The village has 867 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,816 literate and 1,700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thotaravulapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,516 | 1,751 | 1,765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 204 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,204 | 616 | 588 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,816 | 1,011 | 805 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,700 | 740 | 960 |
Nearby Villages of Thotaravulapadu
Thotaravulapadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chintalapadu | South | 2.53 km |
| Thurlapadu | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Kanchela | North-East | 4.15 km |
| Patempadu | West | 4.58 km |
| Vemulapalle | East | 4.91 km |
| Muppalla | North | 5.50 km |
| Kethaveeruni Padu | North | 5.72 km |
| Pendyala | East | 5.86 km |
| Vibhareetapadu | South | 5.87 km |
| Popuru | South | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thotaravulapadu
Thotaravulapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Peddakurapadu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaggaiahpet to Thotaravulapadu is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Thotaravulapadu is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thotaravulapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thotaravulapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thotaravulapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thotaravulapadu 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thotaravulapadu
Where is Thotaravulapadu located?
Thotaravulapadu village is located in Chandarlapadu Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thotaravulapadu?
Thotaravulapadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thotaravulapadu?
The pincode of Thotaravulapadu is 521183.
What is the population of Thotaravulapadu?
Thotaravulapadu has a total population of 3,516, including 1,751 males and 1,765 females.
How many households are there in Thotaravulapadu?
There are 867 households in Thotaravulapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Thotaravulapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thotaravulapadu is 51.65%. Male literacy is 57.74% and female literacy is 45.61%.