Thurpupalem - Varikuntapadu, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Thurpupalem is a village situated in the Varikuntapadu mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Varikuntapadu and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Viruvuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thurpupalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thurpupalem is 591645. The village covers a total geographical area of 1553 hectares and falls under the 524221 pincode. Kavali is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Thurpupalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thurpupalem
As per Census 2011, Thurpupalem village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 138 males and 135 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 172 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thurpupalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 138 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 108 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 30 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Thurpupalem
Thurpupalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nalajanam Padu | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Thodugupalle | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Bukkapuram | North-East | 2.99 km |
| Kambham Padu | North | 3.73 km |
| Pamurupalle | West | 4.64 km |
| Pedaraju Palem | West | 4.73 km |
| Kondayapalem | South | 4.79 km |
| Viruvooru | South-East | 5.38 km |
| Dubagunta | East | 5.73 km |
| Anikalla Palle | North-West | 5.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thurpupalem
Thurpupalem is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gudimetta, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Thurpupalem is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Thurpupalem is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thurpupalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thurpupalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thurpupalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thurpupalem 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 Thurpupalem
Where is Thurpupalem located?
Thurpupalem village is located in Varikuntapadu Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thurpupalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Thurpupalem is Viruvuru.
What is the pincode of Thurpupalem?
The pincode of Thurpupalem is 524221.
What is the population of Thurpupalem?
Thurpupalem has a total population of 273, including 138 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Thurpupalem?
There are 65 households in Thurpupalem.
What is the literacy rate in Thurpupalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thurpupalem is 63.00%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 47.41%.