Dathuru - Dumbriguda, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Dathuru is a village situated in the Dumbriguda mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Dumbriguda and around 162 km from Visakhapatnam. Thutangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dathuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dathuru is 583887. The village covers a total geographical area of 502 hectares and falls under the 531151 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 162 km away.
Dathuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dathuru
As per Census 2011, Dathuru village has a total population of 846 people, consisting of 409 males and 437 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 591 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 827 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dathuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 846 | 409 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 90 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 827 | 400 | 427 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 170 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 239 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Dathuru
Dathuru 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 Dathuru
Dathuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Vizianagaram to Dathuru is about 162 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Dathuru is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dathuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dathuru 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 Dathuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dathuru 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dathuru
Where is Dathuru located?
Dathuru village is located in Dumbriguda Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dathuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Dathuru is Thutangi.
What is the pincode of Dathuru?
The pincode of Dathuru is 531151.
What is the population of Dathuru?
Dathuru has a total population of 846, including 409 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Dathuru?
There are 203 households in Dathuru.
What is the literacy rate in Dathuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dathuru is 30.14%. Male literacy is 41.56% and female literacy is 19.45%.