Tholeru - Veeravasaram, West Godavari
Tholeru is a village situated in the Veeravasaram mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Veeravasaram and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Balusugoyyipalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tholeru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tholeru is 588719. The village covers a total geographical area of 1019 hectares and falls under the 534247 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Tholeru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tholeru
As per Census 2011, Tholeru village has a total population of 5,765 people, consisting of 2,955 males and 2,810 females. The village has 1,665 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 534 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,951 literate and 1,814 illiterate residents. Additionally, 983 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tholeru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,765 | 2,955 | 2,810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 283 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 983 | 518 | 465 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 3,951 | 2,161 | 1,790 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,814 | 794 | 1,020 |
Nearby Villages of Tholeru
Tholeru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kondepudi | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Thokalapudi | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Panjavemavaram | East | 2.54 km |
| Navuduru | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Vendra Agraharam | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Andaluru | North | 3.26 km |
| Vendra | West | 3.63 km |
| Unikili | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Konithiwada | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Rayakuduru | South-East | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tholeru
Tholeru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lakshminarayanapuram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimavaram to Tholeru is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Tholeru is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tholeru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tholeru 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 Tholeru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tholeru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tholeru
Where is Tholeru located?
Tholeru village is located in Veeravasaram Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tholeru?
The Gram Panchayat of Tholeru is Balusugoyyipalem.
What is the pincode of Tholeru?
The pincode of Tholeru is 534247.
What is the population of Tholeru?
Tholeru has a total population of 5,765, including 2,955 males and 2,810 females.
How many households are there in Tholeru?
There are 1,665 households in Tholeru.
What is the literacy rate in Tholeru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tholeru is 68.53%. Male literacy is 73.13% and female literacy is 63.70%.