Polugonta - Chinthapalli, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Polugonta 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 125 km from Visakhapatnam. Kitumula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Polugonta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polugonta is 585291. The village falls under the 531111 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Polugonta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Polugonta
According to the 2011 Census, Polugonta village had a total population of 91 people, including 53 males and 38 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 717 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.46%, with male literacy at 43.18% and female literacy at 32.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 91 | 53 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 34 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Polugonta
Polugonta 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 Polugonta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Polugonta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Polugonta is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Polugonta is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polugonta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polugonta 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 Polugonta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polugonta 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 Polugonta
Where is Polugonta located?
Polugonta village is located in Chinthapalli Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polugonta?
The Gram Panchayat of Polugonta is Kitumula.
What is the pincode of Polugonta?
The pincode of Polugonta is 531111.
What is the population of Polugonta?
Polugonta had a total population of 91, including 53 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Polugonta?
Polugonta had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Polugonta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polugonta was 38.46%. Male literacy was 43.18% and female literacy was 32.35%.