Thotacherla - Penuganchiprolu, Ntr
Thotacherla is a village situated in the Penuganchiprolu mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Penuganchiprolu and around 135 km from Machilipatnam. Thotacherla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thotacherla is 588869. The village covers a total geographical area of 665 hectares and falls under the 521185 pincode. Jaggaiahpet is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Thotacherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thotacherla
As per Census 2011, Thotacherla village has a total population of 2,028 people, consisting of 1,044 males and 984 females. The village has 555 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,085 literate and 943 illiterate residents. Additionally, 910 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thotacherla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,028 | 1,044 | 984 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 109 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 910 | 462 | 448 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,085 | 619 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 943 | 425 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Thotacherla
Thotacherla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Munagacherla | South | 1.96 km |
| Nawabpeta | West | 2.43 km |
| Sanagapadu | East | 3.16 km |
| Venkatapuram | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Kollikulla | North | 3.99 km |
| Latchapalem | South | 4.08 km |
| Thakkellapadu | South-West | 4.73 km |
| Kurugantivari Khandrika | South | 4.77 km |
| Mundlapadu | North-West | 5.26 km |
| Konakanchi | West | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thotacherla
Thotacherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madhira, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.1 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 Thotacherla is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Thotacherla is about 135 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 Thotacherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thotacherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thotacherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thotacherla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thotacherla
Where is Thotacherla located?
Thotacherla village is located in Penuganchiprolu Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thotacherla?
Thotacherla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thotacherla?
The pincode of Thotacherla is 521185.
What is the population of Thotacherla?
Thotacherla has a total population of 2,028, including 1,044 males and 984 females.
How many households are there in Thotacherla?
There are 555 households in Thotacherla.
What is the literacy rate in Thotacherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thotacherla is 53.50%. Male literacy is 59.29% and female literacy is 47.36%.