Thanikella - Konijerla, Khammam
Thanikella is a village situated in the Konijerla mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Konijerla and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Bodya Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thanikella village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thanikella is 579748. The village covers a total geographical area of 1311 hectares and falls under the 507305 pincode. Khammam is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Thanikella village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wyra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thanikella
As per Census 2011, Thanikella village has a total population of 5,895 people, consisting of 2,949 males and 2,946 females. The village has 1,619 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 642 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,079 literate and 2,816 illiterate residents. Additionally, 317 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,166 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thanikella are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,895 | 2,949 | 2,946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 642 | 352 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 180 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,166 | 588 | 578 |
| Literate Population | 3,079 | 1,769 | 1,310 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,816 | 1,180 | 1,636 |
Nearby Villages of Thanikella
Thanikella 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 Thanikella
Thanikella 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 Thanikella.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khammam to Thanikella is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thanikella
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thanikella village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thanikella
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thanikella 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thanikella
Where is Thanikella located?
Thanikella village is located in Konijerla Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thanikella?
The Gram Panchayat of Thanikella is Bodya Thanda.
What is the pincode of Thanikella?
The pincode of Thanikella is 507305.
What is the population of Thanikella?
Thanikella has a total population of 5,895, including 2,949 males and 2,946 females.
How many households are there in Thanikella?
There are 1,619 households in Thanikella.
What is the literacy rate in Thanikella?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thanikella is 52.23%. Male literacy is 59.99% and female literacy is 44.47%.