Patiguruvu - Hukumpeta, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Patiguruvu is a village situated in the Hukumpeta mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from Hukumpeta and around 180 km from Visakhapatnam. Durgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patiguruvu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patiguruvu is 584576. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 531077 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Patiguruvu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patiguruvu
According to the 2011 Census, Patiguruvu village had a total population of 374 people, including 165 males and 209 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,267 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.16%, with male literacy at 32.43% and female literacy at 12.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 374 | 165 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 67 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 48 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 117 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Patiguruvu
Patiguruvu 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 Patiguruvu
Patiguruvu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Patiguruvu is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Patiguruvu is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patiguruvu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patiguruvu 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 Patiguruvu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patiguruvu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patiguruvu
Where is Patiguruvu located?
Patiguruvu village is located in Hukumpeta Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patiguruvu?
The Gram Panchayat of Patiguruvu is Durgam.
What is the pincode of Patiguruvu?
The pincode of Patiguruvu is 531077.
What is the population of Patiguruvu?
Patiguruvu had a total population of 374, including 165 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Patiguruvu?
Patiguruvu had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patiguruvu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patiguruvu was 21.16%. Male literacy was 32.43% and female literacy was 12.69%.