Talavaram - Veeraghattam, Parvathipuram Manyam
Talavaram is a village situated in the Veeraghattam mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Veeraghattam and around 50 km from Srikakulam. Talavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talavaram is 579951. The village covers a total geographical area of 265 hectares and falls under the 532462 pincode. Parvathipuram is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Talavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Talavaram
As per Census 2011, Talavaram village has a total population of 2,978 people, consisting of 1,496 males and 1,482 females. The village has 766 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,373 literate and 1,605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,978 | 1,496 | 1,482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 158 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 120 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,373 | 810 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,605 | 686 | 919 |
Nearby Villages of Talavaram
Talavaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| T.d.parapuram | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Neelanagaram | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Yerakarayapuram | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Tunivada | South | 1.95 km |
| Panasanandivada | West | 2.08 km |
| Bukkuru | East | 2.21 km |
| Bejji | North | 2.38 km |
| Kandisa | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Kummarigunta | North-West | 2.86 km |
| T.k.rajapuram | North-East | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talavaram
Talavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sigadam, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parvathipuram to Talavaram is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Talavaram is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talavaram
Where is Talavaram located?
Talavaram village is located in Veeraghattam Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talavaram?
Talavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talavaram?
The pincode of Talavaram is 532462.
What is the population of Talavaram?
Talavaram has a total population of 2,978, including 1,496 males and 1,482 females.
How many households are there in Talavaram?
There are 766 households in Talavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Talavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talavaram is 46.10%. Male literacy is 54.14% and female literacy is 37.99%.