Lothugedda - Chinthapalli, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Lothugedda is a village situated in the Chinthapalli mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Chintapalle and around 144 km from Visakhapatnam. Lothugedda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lothugedda is 585199. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 531111 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Lothugedda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lothugedda
According to the 2011 Census, Lothugedda village had a total population of 1,052 people, including 764 males and 288 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 377 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.81%, with male literacy at 93.57% and female literacy at 51.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 840.
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 | 1,052 | 764 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 840 | 656 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 814 | 684 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 80 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Lothugedda
Lothugedda 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 Lothugedda
Lothugedda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lothugedda is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Lothugedda is about 144 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 Lothugedda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lothugedda 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 Lothugedda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lothugedda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lothugedda
Where is Lothugedda located?
Lothugedda village is located in Chinthapalli Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lothugedda?
Lothugedda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lothugedda?
The pincode of Lothugedda is 531111.
What is the population of Lothugedda?
Lothugedda had a total population of 1,052, including 764 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Lothugedda?
Lothugedda had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lothugedda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lothugedda was 82.81%. Male literacy was 93.57% and female literacy was 51.59%.