Kattupalle - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Kattupalle is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 150 km from Visakhapatnam. Damanapalle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kattupalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kattupalle is 585544. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Kattupalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kattupalle
According to the 2011 Census, Kattupalle village had a total population of 385 people, including 186 males and 199 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.07%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 32.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 379.
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 | 385 | 186 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 379 | 183 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 104 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 82 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Kattupalle
Kattupalle 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 Kattupalle
Kattupalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Kattupalle is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Kattupalle is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kattupalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kattupalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kattupalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kattupalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kattupalle
Where is Kattupalle located?
Kattupalle village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kattupalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Kattupalle is Damanapalle.
What is the pincode of Kattupalle?
The pincode of Kattupalle is 531133.
What is the population of Kattupalle?
Kattupalle had a total population of 385, including 186 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Kattupalle?
Kattupalle had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kattupalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kattupalle was 49.07%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 32.74%.