Tella Padu - Donakonda, Prakasam
Tella Padu is a village situated in the Donakonda mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Donakonda and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Tellabadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tella Padu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tella Padu is 590647. The village covers a total geographical area of 1036 hectares and falls under the 523305 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Tella Padu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tella Padu
According to the 2011 Census, Tella Padu village had a total population of 678 people, including 350 males and 328 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.09%, with male literacy at 59.47% and female literacy at 32.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 678 | 350 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 111 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 179 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 171 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Tella Padu
Tella Padu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| West Kambhampadu | East | 2.20 km |
| Aravallipadu | North | 2.42 km |
| Basava Puram | South | 2.82 km |
| Boda Padu | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Vaddipadu | North-West | 4.56 km |
| Vagemadugu | West | 4.87 km |
| Bukka Puram | North-East | 5.17 km |
| Chinta Gunta | South-West | 5.62 km |
| Nagaraju Gunta | South | 5.69 km |
| Veligandla | East | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tella Padu
Public transport in the Tella Padu is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Donakonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Markapur to Tella Padu is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Tella Padu is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tella Padu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tella Padu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tella Padu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tella Padu 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 Tella Padu
Where is Tella Padu located?
Tella Padu village is located in Donakonda Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tella Padu?
The Gram Panchayat of Tella Padu is Tellabadu.
What is the pincode of Tella Padu?
The pincode of Tella Padu is 523305.
What is the population of Tella Padu?
Tella Padu had a total population of 678, including 350 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Tella Padu?
Tella Padu had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tella Padu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tella Padu was 46.09%. Male literacy was 59.47% and female literacy was 32.06%.