Podaputtu - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Podaputtu 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 168 km from Visakhapatnam. Kilagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Podaputtu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podaputtu is 583569. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 531029 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 168 km away.
Podaputtu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Podaputtu
According to the 2011 Census, Podaputtu village had a total population of 149 people, including 88 males and 61 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 693 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.37%, with male literacy at 36.76% and female literacy at 7.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 147.
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 | 149 | 88 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 86 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 25 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 63 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Podaputtu
Podaputtu 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 Podaputtu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Podaputtu.
| 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 Podaputtu is about 168 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Podaputtu is about 168 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Podaputtu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podaputtu 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 Podaputtu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podaputtu 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 Podaputtu
Where is Podaputtu located?
Podaputtu village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podaputtu?
The Gram Panchayat of Podaputtu is Kilagada.
What is the pincode of Podaputtu?
The pincode of Podaputtu is 531029.
What is the population of Podaputtu?
Podaputtu had a total population of 149, including 88 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Podaputtu?
Podaputtu had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podaputtu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podaputtu was 24.37%. Male literacy was 36.76% and female literacy was 7.84%.