Patharlapadu - Chinthakani, Khammam
Patharlapadu is a village situated in the Chinthakani mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chinthakani and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Patharlapadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharlapadu is 579745. The village covers a total geographical area of 762 hectares and falls under the 507208 pincode. Khammam is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Patharlapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patharlapadu
As per Census 2011, Patharlapadu village has a total population of 3,224 people, consisting of 1,600 males and 1,624 females. The village has 942 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,607 literate and 1,617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 599 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patharlapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,224 | 1,600 | 1,624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 147 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 599 | 272 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1,607 | 937 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,617 | 663 | 954 |
Nearby Villages of Patharlapadu
Patharlapadu 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 Patharlapadu
Patharlapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Patharlapadu has a railway station.
| 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 Khammam to Patharlapadu is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patharlapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharlapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patharlapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patharlapadu 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Patharlapadu
Where is Patharlapadu located?
Patharlapadu village is located in Chinthakani Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharlapadu?
Patharlapadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patharlapadu?
The pincode of Patharlapadu is 507208.
What is the population of Patharlapadu?
Patharlapadu has a total population of 3,224, including 1,600 males and 1,624 females.
How many households are there in Patharlapadu?
There are 942 households in Patharlapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Patharlapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharlapadu is 49.84%. Male literacy is 58.56% and female literacy is 41.26%.