Petumaliputtu - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Petumaliputtu is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 175 km from Visakhapatnam. Darela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petumaliputtu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petumaliputtu is 583543. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 138 km away.
Petumaliputtu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Petumaliputtu
As per Census 2011, Petumaliputtu village has a total population of 255 people, consisting of 117 males and 138 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,179 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 251 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Petumaliputtu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 255 | 117 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 8 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 116 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 63 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 54 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Petumaliputtu
Petumaliputtu 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 Petumaliputtu
Petumaliputtu 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 Petumaliputtu is about 138 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Petumaliputtu is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petumaliputtu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petumaliputtu 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Petumaliputtu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petumaliputtu 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Petumaliputtu
Where is Petumaliputtu located?
Petumaliputtu village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petumaliputtu?
The Gram Panchayat of Petumaliputtu is Darela.
What is the pincode of Petumaliputtu?
The pincode of Petumaliputtu is 531040.
What is the population of Petumaliputtu?
Petumaliputtu has a total population of 255, including 117 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Petumaliputtu?
There are 65 households in Petumaliputtu.
What is the literacy rate in Petumaliputtu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petumaliputtu is 31.76%. Male literacy is 53.85% and female literacy is 13.04%.