Thotapalle - Vararamachandrapuram, Polavaram
Thotapalle is a village situated in the Vararamachandrapuram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from V.r.puram and around 177 km from Khammam. Rajupeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thotapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thotapalle is 579272. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 533351 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Thotapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thotapalle
As per Census 2011, Thotapalle village has a total population of 503 people, consisting of 229 males and 274 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,196 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 497 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thotapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 503 | 229 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 497 | 226 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 94 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 135 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Thotapalle
Thotapalle 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 Thotapalle
Thotapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palwancha to Thotapalle is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Thotapalle is about 177 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 Thotapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thotapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thotapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thotapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thotapalle
Where is Thotapalle located?
Thotapalle village is located in Vararamachandrapuram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thotapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Thotapalle is Rajupeta.
What is the pincode of Thotapalle?
The pincode of Thotapalle is 533351.
What is the population of Thotapalle?
Thotapalle has a total population of 503, including 229 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Thotapalle?
There are 146 households in Thotapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Thotapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thotapalle is 37.18%. Male literacy is 41.05% and female literacy is 33.94%.