Thotavalasa - Pachipenta, Parvathipuram Manyam
Thotavalasa is a village situated in the Pachipenta mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Pachipenta and around 68 km from Vizianagaram. Mirthivalasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thotavalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thotavalasa is 582455. The village covers a total geographical area of 868 hectares and falls under the 535592 pincode. Salur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Thotavalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thotavalasa
As per Census 2011, Thotavalasa village has a total population of 317 people, consisting of 139 males and 178 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,280 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thotavalasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 317 | 139 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 12 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 67 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 72 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Thotavalasa
Thotavalasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karrivalasa | North | 1.31 km |
| Mallapurajupeta | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Kunambandavalasa | East | 2.22 km |
| Mulakkayavalasa | South | 2.63 km |
| Bobbilivalasa | West | 2.95 km |
| Panasapeddikona Valasa | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Viswanadhapuram | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Garlavalasa | South | 3.55 km |
| Kankanapalle | North-West | 3.93 km |
| Pachipenta | South-West | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thotavalasa
Thotavalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Donkinavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Salur to Thotavalasa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Thotavalasa is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thotavalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thotavalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thotavalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thotavalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thotavalasa
Where is Thotavalasa located?
Thotavalasa village is located in Pachipenta Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thotavalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Thotavalasa is Mirthivalasa.
What is the pincode of Thotavalasa?
The pincode of Thotavalasa is 535592.
What is the population of Thotavalasa?
Thotavalasa has a total population of 317, including 139 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Thotavalasa?
There are 84 households in Thotavalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Thotavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thotavalasa is 37.85%. Male literacy is 48.20% and female literacy is 29.78%.