Punukuru - Koyyuru, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Punukuru is a village situated in the Koyyuru mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Koyyuru and around 139 km from Visakhapatnam. Budaralla serves as the Grama Panchayat for Punukuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punukuru is 585568. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 531087 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Punukuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punukuru
According to the 2011 Census, Punukuru village had a total population of 336 people, including 165 males and 171 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.38%, with male literacy at 5.47% and female literacy at 5.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 336.
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 | 336 | 165 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 37 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 165 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 158 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Punukuru
Punukuru 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 Punukuru
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Punukuru.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Punukuru is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Punukuru is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punukuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punukuru 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 Punukuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punukuru 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 Punukuru
Where is Punukuru located?
Punukuru village is located in Koyyuru Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Punukuru?
The Grama Panchayat of Punukuru is Budaralla.
What is the pincode of Punukuru?
The pincode of Punukuru is 531087.
What is the population of Punukuru?
Punukuru had a total population of 336, including 165 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Punukuru?
Punukuru had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punukuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punukuru was 5.38%. Male literacy was 5.47% and female literacy was 5.30%.