Pulijalama - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Pulijalama 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 180 km from Visakhapatnam. Bungaput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pulijalama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pulijalama is 583348. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 150 km away.
Pulijalama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pulijalama
According to the 2011 Census, Pulijalama village had a total population of 82 people, including 45 males and 37 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.08%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 10.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
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 | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 33 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Pulijalama
Pulijalama 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 Pulijalama
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pulijalama.
| 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 Pulijalama is about 150 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Pulijalama 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 Pulijalama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pulijalama 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 Pulijalama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pulijalama 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pulijalama
Where is Pulijalama located?
Pulijalama village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pulijalama?
The Gram Panchayat of Pulijalama is Bungaput.
What is the pincode of Pulijalama?
The pincode of Pulijalama is 531040.
What is the population of Pulijalama?
Pulijalama had a total population of 82, including 45 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Pulijalama?
Pulijalama had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pulijalama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pulijalama was 23.08%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 10.34%.