Kitumula - Chinthapalli, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Kitumula is a village situated in the Chinthapalli mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Chintapalle and around 145 km from Visakhapatnam. Kudumsarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kitumula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kitumula is 585159. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 531111 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Kitumula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kitumula
According to the 2011 Census, Kitumula village had a total population of 152 people, including 75 males and 77 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.43%, with male literacy at 37.70% and female literacy at 31.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 149.
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 | 152 | 75 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 52 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Kitumula
Kitumula 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 Kitumula
Public transport in the Kitumula is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Kitumula is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Kitumula is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kitumula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kitumula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kitumula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kitumula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kitumula
Where is Kitumula located?
Kitumula village is located in Chinthapalli Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kitumula?
The Gram Panchayat of Kitumula is Kudumsarai.
What is the pincode of Kitumula?
The pincode of Kitumula is 531111.
What is the population of Kitumula?
Kitumula had a total population of 152, including 75 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Kitumula?
Kitumula had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kitumula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kitumula was 34.43%. Male literacy was 37.70% and female literacy was 31.15%.