Kunturla - Hukumpeta, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Kunturla is a village situated in the Hukumpeta mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Hukumpeta and around 165 km from Visakhapatnam. Mettujoru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunturla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunturla is 584442. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 531077 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Kunturla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kunturla
As per Census 2011, Kunturla village has a total population of 462 people, consisting of 227 males and 235 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 117 literate and 345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 458 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunturla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 462 | 227 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 458 | 225 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 87 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 140 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Kunturla
Kunturla 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 Kunturla
Kunturla 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Kunturla is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Kunturla is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunturla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunturla 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kunturla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunturla 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 Kunturla
Where is Kunturla located?
Kunturla village is located in Hukumpeta Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunturla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunturla is Mettujoru.
What is the pincode of Kunturla?
The pincode of Kunturla is 531077.
What is the population of Kunturla?
Kunturla has a total population of 462, including 227 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Kunturla?
There are 108 households in Kunturla.
What is the literacy rate in Kunturla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunturla is 25.32%. Male literacy is 38.33% and female literacy is 12.77%.