Thurputallu - Narasapuram, West Godavari
Thurputallu is a village situated in the Narasapuram mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narasapuram and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Pedamainavanilanka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thurputallu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thurputallu is 588772. The village covers a total geographical area of 1287 hectares and falls under the 534280 pincode. Narasapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Thurputallu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thurputallu
As per Census 2011, Thurputallu village has a total population of 9,650 people, consisting of 4,844 males and 4,806 females. The village has 2,793 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,010 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,314 literate and 4,336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thurputallu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,650 | 4,844 | 4,806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,010 | 517 | 493 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 206 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 5,314 | 2,894 | 2,420 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,336 | 1,950 | 2,386 |
Nearby Villages of Thurputallu
Thurputallu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lingana Boinacherla | North | 3.53 km |
| Kummarapurugupalem | West | 3.67 km |
| Vemuladeevi | East | 4.81 km |
| Lakshmaneswaram | North-East | 6.79 km |
| Mogalthur | North-West | 8.07 km |
| Perupalem | West | 8.30 km |
| Seetharamapuram | North | 8.35 km |
| Rustumbada (r) | North | 9.69 km |
| Gudimula Kandrika | East | 10.03 km |
| Rameswaram | North-East | 10.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thurputallu
Thurputallu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narasapur, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narasapur to Thurputallu is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Thurputallu 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 Thurputallu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thurputallu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thurputallu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thurputallu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thurputallu
Where is Thurputallu located?
Thurputallu village is located in Narasapuram Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thurputallu?
The Gram Panchayat of Thurputallu is Pedamainavanilanka.
What is the pincode of Thurputallu?
The pincode of Thurputallu is 534280.
What is the population of Thurputallu?
Thurputallu has a total population of 9,650, including 4,844 males and 4,806 females.
How many households are there in Thurputallu?
There are 2,793 households in Thurputallu.
What is the literacy rate in Thurputallu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thurputallu is 55.07%. Male literacy is 59.74% and female literacy is 50.35%.