Thumukinda Banjaru - Meliaputti, Srikakulam
Thumukinda Banjaru is a village situated in the Meliaputti mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meliaputti and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Parasurampuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thumukinda Banjaru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thumukinda Banjaru is 580224. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 532216 pincode. Palasa Kasibugga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Thumukinda Banjaru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Thumukinda Banjaru
Thumukinda Banjaru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beniavooru | South-West | 0.89 km |
| Tumukonda Rama Chandrapuram | West | 1.05 km |
| Bellupadu | North | 1.16 km |
| Peddamadi | East | 1.20 km |
| Peddalaxmipuram | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Peddaguruvooru | South | 1.58 km |
| Chinnaguruvuru | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Savararampuram | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Rangadughati | West | 2.06 km |
| Savaralingupuram | South-East | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thumukinda Banjaru
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Thumukinda Banjaru. The nearest railway station is Pundi, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 143.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palasa Kasibugga to Thumukinda Banjaru is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Thumukinda Banjaru is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thumukinda Banjaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thumukinda Banjaru 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thumukinda Banjaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thumukinda Banjaru 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thumukinda Banjaru
Where is Thumukinda Banjaru located?
Thumukinda Banjaru village is located in Meliaputti Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thumukinda Banjaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Thumukinda Banjaru is Parasurampuram.
What is the pincode of Thumukinda Banjaru?
The pincode of Thumukinda Banjaru is 532216.