Thurpu Chennampalle - Varikuntapadu, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Thurpu Chennampalle is a village situated in the Varikuntapadu mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Varikuntapadu and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Toorpuchannampalle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thurpu Chennampalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thurpu Chennampalle is 591665. The village covers a total geographical area of 410 hectares and falls under the 524227 pincode. Kavali is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Thurpu Chennampalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thurpu Chennampalle
As per Census 2011, Thurpu Chennampalle village has a total population of 570 people, consisting of 299 males and 271 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 278 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thurpu Chennampalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 299 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 91 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 187 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 112 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Thurpu Chennampalle
Thurpu Chennampalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alivelumangapuram | North | 2.31 km |
| Jadadevi | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Thirumalapuram | West | 3.34 km |
| Thurpu Boyamadugula | North | 3.59 km |
| Theddupadu | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Appasamudram | South | 5.09 km |
| Guvvadi | North-West | 5.73 km |
| Mandallapalle | South | 5.85 km |
| Varikuntapadu | North-East | 6.43 km |
| Kaniampadu | North-East | 6.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thurpu Chennampalle
Thurpu Chennampalle 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 Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kavali to Thurpu Chennampalle is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Thurpu Chennampalle is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thurpu Chennampalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thurpu Chennampalle 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 Thurpu Chennampalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thurpu Chennampalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thurpu Chennampalle
Where is Thurpu Chennampalle located?
Thurpu Chennampalle village is located in Varikuntapadu Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thurpu Chennampalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Thurpu Chennampalle is Toorpuchannampalle.
What is the pincode of Thurpu Chennampalle?
The pincode of Thurpu Chennampalle is 524227.
What is the population of Thurpu Chennampalle?
Thurpu Chennampalle has a total population of 570, including 299 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Thurpu Chennampalle?
There are 127 households in Thurpu Chennampalle.
What is the literacy rate in Thurpu Chennampalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thurpu Chennampalle is 48.77%. Male literacy is 62.54% and female literacy is 33.58%.