Doniputtu - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Doniputtu is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 160 km from Visakhapatnam. Jerrala serves as the Grama Panchayat for Doniputtu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doniputtu is 583404. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 132 km away.
Doniputtu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Doniputtu
According to the 2011 Census, Doniputtu village had a total population of 89 people, including 45 males and 44 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.00%, with male literacy at 51.28% and female literacy at 36.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 25 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Doniputtu
Doniputtu 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 Doniputtu
Doniputtu 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 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 Doniputtu is about 132 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Doniputtu is about 160 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 Doniputtu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doniputtu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Doniputtu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doniputtu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Doniputtu
Where is Doniputtu located?
Doniputtu village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Doniputtu?
The Grama Panchayat of Doniputtu is Jerrala.
What is the pincode of Doniputtu?
The pincode of Doniputtu is 531040.
What is the population of Doniputtu?
Doniputtu had a total population of 89, including 45 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Doniputtu?
Doniputtu had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doniputtu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doniputtu was 44.00%. Male literacy was 51.28% and female literacy was 36.11%.