Thellapadu - Kaligiri, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Thellapadu is a village situated in the Kaligiri mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaligiri and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Tellapadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thellapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thellapadu is 591735. The village covers a total geographical area of 2309 hectares and falls under the 524228 pincode. Kavali is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Thellapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thellapadu
According to the 2011 Census, Thellapadu village had a total population of 1,848 people, including 933 males and 915 females, living in 468 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.01%, with male literacy at 79.88% and female literacy at 54.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 381, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 1,848 | 933 | 915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 98 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 199 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,119 | 667 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 266 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Thellapadu
Thellapadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gottigundala | North-West | 5.38 km |
| Settipalem | North-East | 5.44 km |
| China Annaluru | East | 5.96 km |
| Katepalle | West | 5.97 km |
| Chinthaladevi | North | 6.50 km |
| Veeranakollu | South | 6.67 km |
| Ravipadu | South-West | 7.79 km |
| Thurpu- Brahmanapalle | North-East | 8.31 km |
| Thurpu- Jangalapalle | North-East | 8.34 km |
| Audimurthipuram | North-East | 9.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thellapadu
Thellapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kavali, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.5 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 Kavali to Thellapadu is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Thellapadu is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thellapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thellapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thellapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thellapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thellapadu
Where is Thellapadu located?
Thellapadu village is located in Kaligiri Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thellapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Thellapadu is Tellapadu.
What is the pincode of Thellapadu?
The pincode of Thellapadu is 524228.
What is the population of Thellapadu?
Thellapadu had a total population of 1,848, including 933 males and 915 females.
How many households are there in Thellapadu?
Thellapadu had 468 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thellapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thellapadu was 67.01%. Male literacy was 79.88% and female literacy was 54.13%.