Takkellapadu - Yerrupalem, Khammam
Takkellapadu is a village situated in the Yerrupalem mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yerrupalem and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Thakkella Padu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takkellapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takkellapadu is 579882. The village covers a total geographical area of 805 hectares and falls under the 507201 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Takkellapadu 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 Takkellapadu
As per Census 2011, Takkellapadu village has a total population of 2,023 people, consisting of 994 males and 1,029 females. The village has 645 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,144 literate and 879 illiterate residents. Additionally, 805 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takkellapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,023 | 994 | 1,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 805 | 393 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,144 | 646 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 348 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Takkellapadu
Takkellapadu 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 Takkellapadu
Takkellapadu 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 Takkellapadu.
| 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 Vijayawada to Takkellapadu is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Takkellapadu is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takkellapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takkellapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Takkellapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takkellapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Takkellapadu
Where is Takkellapadu located?
Takkellapadu village is located in Yerrupalem Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takkellapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Takkellapadu is Thakkella Padu.
What is the pincode of Takkellapadu?
The pincode of Takkellapadu is 507201.
What is the population of Takkellapadu?
Takkellapadu has a total population of 2,023, including 994 males and 1,029 females.
How many households are there in Takkellapadu?
There are 645 households in Takkellapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Takkellapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takkellapadu is 56.55%. Male literacy is 64.99% and female literacy is 48.40%.