Tulugonda - Chinturu, Polavaram
Tulugonda is a village situated in the Chinturu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Chintur and around 210 km from Khammam. Guduru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tulugonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulugonda is 579215. The village covers a total geographical area of 393 hectares and falls under the 533347 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Tulugonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tulugonda
As per Census 2011, Tulugonda village has a total population of 544 people, consisting of 262 males and 282 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 191 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 514 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tulugonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 544 | 262 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 29 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 250 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 109 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 153 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Tulugonda
Tulugonda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tulugonda
Tulugonda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Palwancha to Tulugonda is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Tulugonda is about 210 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tulugonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulugonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tulugonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tulugonda 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 Tulugonda
Where is Tulugonda located?
Tulugonda village is located in Chinturu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tulugonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tulugonda is Guduru.
What is the pincode of Tulugonda?
The pincode of Tulugonda is 533347.
What is the population of Tulugonda?
Tulugonda has a total population of 544, including 262 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Tulugonda?
There are 141 households in Tulugonda.
What is the literacy rate in Tulugonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulugonda is 35.11%. Male literacy is 41.60% and female literacy is 29.08%.