Tekulodu - Chilamathur, Sri Sathya Sai
Tekulodu is a village situated in the Chilamathur mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Chilamathur and around 112 km from Anantapur. Tekulodu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekulodu is 595578. The village covers a total geographical area of 885 hectares and falls under the 515341 pincode. Hindupur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Tekulodu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tekulodu
As per Census 2011, Tekulodu village has a total population of 2,250 people, consisting of 944 males and 1,306 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 1,383 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,385 literate and 865 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tekulodu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,250 | 944 | 1,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 77 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 1 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 587 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 865 | 357 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Tekulodu
Tekulodu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kondur | South-West | 5.50 km |
| Chalivendala | North-West | 5.64 km |
| Vadigepalle | North | 5.94 km |
| Demakethepalle | South | 6.01 km |
| Chilamathur | South-East | 6.34 km |
| Settipalle | North-East | 6.83 km |
| Kodur | East | 6.92 km |
| Velidadakala | North-West | 7.61 km |
| Yagnisettipalle | South | 8.33 km |
| Lepakshi | South-West | 9.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tekulodu
Tekulodu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malugur, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.3 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 Hindupur to Tekulodu is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Tekulodu is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tekulodu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tekulodu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tekulodu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tekulodu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tekulodu
Where is Tekulodu located?
Tekulodu village is located in Chilamathur Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tekulodu?
Tekulodu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tekulodu?
The pincode of Tekulodu is 515341.
What is the population of Tekulodu?
Tekulodu has a total population of 2,250, including 944 males and 1,306 females.
How many households are there in Tekulodu?
There are 433 households in Tekulodu.
What is the literacy rate in Tekulodu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekulodu is 61.56%. Male literacy is 62.18% and female literacy is 61.10%.