Tallapudi

Tallapudi

Infobox Indian Jurisdiction
native_name = Tallapudi
type = Mandal/Village
latd = 17.07
longd = 81.39
locator_position = right
altitude =
population_total = 4689
population_as_of = 2001
taluk_names = Tallapudi Mandal
district = West Godavari
state_name = Andhra Pradesh
Country = INDIA
area_telephone = 91-8813
postal_code = 534341
distance_1 = 400
destination_1 = Hyderabad
mode_1 = Road
distance_2 = 250
destination_2 = Vizag
mode_2 = Road
official_languages = Telugu
autocat = no
footnotes =

Tallapudi is a coastal village and a mandal in West Godavari district in the state of Andhra Pradesh in India, located on the bank of the Godavari River. Tallapudi is about 22KM from Rajahmundry and 14KM from Kovvur. Tallapudi is a hub for many of the surrounding villages for commercial purposes. Population of Tallapudi is about 5000. Panoramic view of Godavari River, scenic beauty of Greenery around and the peaceful Godavari ghats attracts the telugu film industry to shoot movies. Some of the industries are going to come up with their production units near by Tallapudi, one of them is paper manufacturing industry being established by Whitefield Paper Mills Ltd. Agriculture is one of the main business and the place is well known for the cultivation of paddy and sugarcane, considerably best in production. Tallapudi is one of the famous places for its Godavari Pushkaram, which comes once in 12 years.

The bank facilities available in Tallapudi are of Andhra Bank, State Bank of India.

Education

There are many private and public educational institutions in Tallapudi.

* Zilla Parishad High School.
* Government Junior College.
* Karibandi Memorial (College).

Many other educational institutions are available in accessible distance. Bus facilities are also available to the schools/colleges situated in near by places like Rajahmundry, Kovvur, Polavaram.

Attractions

Although Tallapudi is a small village, there are some tourist spots with natural scenic beauties.

* Papi Hills is a tribal area with a peaceful atmosphere and pleasant look around, attracts the visitors.

* Godavari Ghats gives a panoramic view of the river. Ghats are crowded with people specially on holy days like 'Sravana Sukravaram (Friday)' and 'Kaarthika Somavaram (Monday)', People from many places come for a holy bath in festive seasons.

* One of the best tourist spots near by Tallapudi is Pattiseema, which is at a distance of 8km from Tallapudi. Pattiseema is famous for its historic Shiva temple. Boat journey towards Pattiseema and 'Papi Kondalu' is really a memorable experience for the guest visitors.

Notable Personalities

* J.Bhagavan (Film Producer)
* DVV Dhanayya (Film Producer)

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url=http://www.censusindia.net/results/Tahsil_Codes.xls
title=List of Sub-Districts
publisher=Census of India
accessdate=

STD Code : 08813 Pin Code : 534341

Geography

Panchayats

The following is the list of village panchayats in Tallapudi mandal.

References


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