Thangedukota - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Thangedukota is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Y.ramavaram and around 178 km from Kakinada. Pathakota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thangedukota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thangedukota is 586651. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 533483 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Thangedukota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thangedukota
According to the 2011 Census, Thangedukota village had a total population of 141 people, including 65 males and 76 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,169 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.28%, with male literacy at 15.38% and female literacy at 9.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 65 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 62 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 57 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Thangedukota
Thangedukota 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 Thangedukota
Public transport in the Thangedukota is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Peddapuram to Thangedukota is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Thangedukota is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thangedukota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thangedukota 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 Thangedukota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thangedukota 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thangedukota
Where is Thangedukota located?
Thangedukota village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thangedukota?
The Gram Panchayat of Thangedukota is Pathakota.
What is the pincode of Thangedukota?
The pincode of Thangedukota is 533483.
What is the population of Thangedukota?
Thangedukota had a total population of 141, including 65 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Thangedukota?
Thangedukota had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thangedukota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thangedukota was 12.28%. Male literacy was 15.38% and female literacy was 9.68%.