Tallapenta - Penuballi, Khammam
Tallapenta is a village situated in the Penuballi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penuballi and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Brahmalla Kunta serves as the Grama Panchayat for Tallapenta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tallapenta is 579574. The village covers a total geographical area of 3416 hectares and falls under the 507209 pincode. Kothagudem is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Tallapenta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sathupalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tallapenta
According to the 2011 Census, Tallapenta village had a total population of 3,396 people, including 1,695 males and 1,701 females, living in 917 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.24%, with male literacy at 64.53% and female literacy at 47.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 773, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,247.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,396 | 1,695 | 1,701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 147 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 773 | 390 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,247 | 632 | 615 |
| Literate Population | 1,739 | 999 | 740 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,657 | 696 | 961 |
Nearby Villages of Tallapenta
Tallapenta 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 Tallapenta
Tallapenta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kothagudem to Tallapenta is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Tallapenta is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tallapenta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tallapenta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tallapenta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tallapenta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tallapenta
Where is Tallapenta located?
Tallapenta village is located in Penuballi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Tallapenta?
The Grama Panchayat of Tallapenta is Brahmalla Kunta.
What is the pincode of Tallapenta?
The pincode of Tallapenta is 507209.
What is the population of Tallapenta?
Tallapenta had a total population of 3,396, including 1,695 males and 1,701 females.
How many households are there in Tallapenta?
Tallapenta had 917 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tallapenta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tallapenta was 56.24%. Male literacy was 64.53% and female literacy was 47.93%.