Thakkasila - Undavelly, Jogulamba Gadwal
Thakkasila is a village situated in the Undavelly mandal of Jogulamba Gadwal district, Telangana. It is located approximately 16 km from Alampur and around 125 km from Mahbubnagar. Thakkasila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thakkasila is 576425. The village covers a total geographical area of 1425 hectares and falls under the 509153 pincode. Kurnool is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Thakkasila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Thakkasila
As per Census 2011, Thakkasila village has a total population of 3,309 people, consisting of 1,722 males and 1,587 females. The village has 804 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,524 literate and 1,785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thakkasila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,309 | 1,722 | 1,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 213 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,110 | 587 | 523 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,524 | 950 | 574 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,785 | 772 | 1,013 |
Nearby Villages of Thakkasila
Thakkasila is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Thakkasila
Thakkasila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Thakkasila.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurnool to Thakkasila is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Thakkasila is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thakkasila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thakkasila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thakkasila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thakkasila 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 Thakkasila
Where is Thakkasila located?
Thakkasila village is located in Undavelly Mandal, Jogulamba Gadwal district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thakkasila?
Thakkasila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thakkasila?
The pincode of Thakkasila is 509153.
What is the population of Thakkasila?
Thakkasila has a total population of 3,309, including 1,722 males and 1,587 females.
How many households are there in Thakkasila?
There are 804 households in Thakkasila.
What is the literacy rate in Thakkasila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thakkasila is 46.06%. Male literacy is 55.17% and female literacy is 36.17%.