Tillapudi - Palacole, West Godavari
Tillapudi is a village situated in the Palacole mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palacole and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Tillapudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tillapudi is 588782. The village covers a total geographical area of 509 hectares and falls under the 534245 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Tillapudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tillapudi
As per Census 2011, Tillapudi village has a total population of 2,914 people, consisting of 1,469 males and 1,445 females. The village has 865 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,065 literate and 849 illiterate residents. Additionally, 538 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tillapudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,914 | 1,469 | 1,445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 148 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 269 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,065 | 1,124 | 941 |
| Illiterate Population | 849 | 345 | 504 |
Nearby Villages of Tillapudi
Tillapudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bobbanapalle | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Velivela | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Sivadevunichikkala | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Mentepudi | West | 2.83 km |
| Ballipadu | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Dagguluru | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Mallavaram | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Veeravasaram | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Machipuri | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Palamuru | North | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tillapudi
Tillapudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sivadevunichkla, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palacole to Tillapudi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Tillapudi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tillapudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tillapudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tillapudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tillapudi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tillapudi
Where is Tillapudi located?
Tillapudi village is located in Palacole Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tillapudi?
Tillapudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tillapudi?
The pincode of Tillapudi is 534245.
What is the population of Tillapudi?
Tillapudi has a total population of 2,914, including 1,469 males and 1,445 females.
How many households are there in Tillapudi?
There are 865 households in Tillapudi.
What is the literacy rate in Tillapudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tillapudi is 70.86%. Male literacy is 76.51% and female literacy is 65.12%.