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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Thotapalle village had a total population of 503 people, including 229 males and 274 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,197 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.19%, with male literacy at 47.72% and female literacy at 39.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 497.
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 | 503 | 229 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 Grama Panchayat of Thotapalle?
The Grama Panchayat of Thotapalle is Rajupeta.
What is the pincode of Thotapalle?
The pincode of Thotapalle is 533351.
What is the population of Thotapalle?
Thotapalle had a total population of 503, including 229 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Thotapalle?
Thotapalle had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thotapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thotapalle was 43.19%. Male literacy was 47.72% and female literacy was 39.41%.