Thakkellapadu - Nandigama, Ntr
Thakkellapadu is a village situated in the Nandigama mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Nandigama and around 128 km from Machilipatnam. Takkellapadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thakkellapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thakkellapadu is 588872. The village covers a total geographical area of 623 hectares and falls under the 521185 pincode. Jaggaiahpet is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Thakkellapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandigama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayawada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thakkellapadu
As per Census 2011, Thakkellapadu village has a total population of 1,609 people, consisting of 815 males and 794 females. The village has 425 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 781 literate and 828 illiterate residents. Additionally, 952 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thakkellapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,609 | 815 | 794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 95 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 952 | 473 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 781 | 461 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 828 | 354 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Thakkellapadu
Thakkellapadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lingalapadu | South | 1.90 km |
| Latchapalem | East | 2.00 km |
| Adiviravulapadu | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Nawabpeta | North | 3.42 km |
| Kurugantivari Khandrika | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Munagacherla | East | 3.71 km |
| Konayapalem | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Konakanchi | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Pedavaram | West | 4.49 km |
| Thotacherla | North-East | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thakkellapadu
Thakkellapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madhira, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.5 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 Jaggaiahpet to Thakkellapadu is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Thakkellapadu is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thakkellapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thakkellapadu 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thakkellapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thakkellapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thakkellapadu
Where is Thakkellapadu located?
Thakkellapadu village is located in Nandigama Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thakkellapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Thakkellapadu is Takkellapadu.
What is the pincode of Thakkellapadu?
The pincode of Thakkellapadu is 521185.
What is the population of Thakkellapadu?
Thakkellapadu has a total population of 1,609, including 815 males and 794 females.
How many households are there in Thakkellapadu?
There are 425 households in Thakkellapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Thakkellapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thakkellapadu is 48.54%. Male literacy is 56.56% and female literacy is 40.30%.