Tummurkota - Rentachintala, Palnadu
Tummurkota is a village situated in the Rentachintala mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Rentachintala and around 118 km from Guntur. Tumrukota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tummurkota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tummurkota is 589835. The village covers a total geographical area of 2121 hectares and falls under the 522421 pincode. Macherla is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tummurkota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tummurkota
As per Census 2011, Tummurkota village has a total population of 5,926 people, consisting of 2,905 males and 3,021 females. The village has 1,557 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 600 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,609 literate and 3,317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 987 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 318 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tummurkota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,926 | 2,905 | 3,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 600 | 300 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 987 | 506 | 481 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 318 | 161 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 2,609 | 1,557 | 1,052 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,317 | 1,348 | 1,969 |
Nearby Villages of Tummurkota
Tummurkota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pasarlapadu | East | 4.83 km |
| Paluvoi | East | 4.93 km |
| Amani Jammala Madaka | South-West | 5.36 km |
| Mallavaram | North | 5.56 km |
| Kambhampadu | South-East | 6.26 km |
| Thallapalle | South-West | 7.58 km |
| Goli | North-East | 8.08 km |
| Macherla (r) | South | 9.07 km |
| Manchikallu | South-East | 9.71 km |
| Rentachintala | East | 9.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tummurkota
Tummurkota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rentachintala, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Macherla to Tummurkota is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Tummurkota is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tummurkota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tummurkota 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 Tummurkota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tummurkota 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 Tummurkota
Where is Tummurkota located?
Tummurkota village is located in Rentachintala Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tummurkota?
The Gram Panchayat of Tummurkota is Tumrukota.
What is the pincode of Tummurkota?
The pincode of Tummurkota is 522421.
What is the population of Tummurkota?
Tummurkota has a total population of 5,926, including 2,905 males and 3,021 females.
How many households are there in Tummurkota?
There are 1,557 households in Tummurkota.
What is the literacy rate in Tummurkota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tummurkota is 44.03%. Male literacy is 53.60% and female literacy is 34.82%.