Thimmareddy Palem - Lingasamudram, Prakasam
Thimmareddy Palem is a village situated in the Lingasamudram mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lingasamudram and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Thimmareddipalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thimmareddy Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thimmareddy Palem is 591560. The village covers a total geographical area of 1432 hectares and falls under the 523114 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Thimmareddy Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thimmareddy Palem
According to the 2011 Census, Thimmareddy Palem village had a total population of 2,199 people, including 1,119 males and 1,080 females, living in 549 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.31%, with male literacy at 75.95% and female literacy at 42.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 328, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,199 | 1,119 | 1,080 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 121 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 153 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,163 | 758 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,036 | 361 | 675 |
Nearby Villages of Thimmareddy Palem
Thimmareddy Palem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vengalapuram | West | 2.18 km |
| Gangapalem | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Viswanadhapuram | East | 3.05 km |
| Mala Konda Rayunipalem | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Thurpurajupalem | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Lingasamudram | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Jagamreddi Khandrika | West | 4.40 km |
| Pentrala | South | 4.52 km |
| Z.uppalapadu | North-East | 5.03 km |
| Veera Raghavuni Kota | East | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thimmareddy Palem
Thimmareddy Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tettu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.1 km.
| 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 Kandukur to Thimmareddy Palem is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Thimmareddy Palem is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thimmareddy Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thimmareddy Palem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thimmareddy Palem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thimmareddy Palem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thimmareddy Palem
Where is Thimmareddy Palem located?
Thimmareddy Palem village is located in Lingasamudram Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thimmareddy Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of Thimmareddy Palem is Thimmareddipalem.
What is the pincode of Thimmareddy Palem?
The pincode of Thimmareddy Palem is 523114.
What is the population of Thimmareddy Palem?
Thimmareddy Palem had a total population of 2,199, including 1,119 males and 1,080 females.
How many households are there in Thimmareddy Palem?
Thimmareddy Palem had 549 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thimmareddy Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thimmareddy Palem was 59.31%. Male literacy was 75.95% and female literacy was 42.06%.