Putcheli - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Putcheli is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 290 km from Visakhapatnam. Barada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Putcheli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Putcheli is 583265. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Putcheli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Putcheli
According to the 2011 Census, Putcheli village had a total population of 28 people, including 12 males and 16 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.00%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 27.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Putcheli
Putcheli 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 Putcheli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Putcheli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jeypore(orissa) to Putcheli is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Putcheli is about 290 km, with the usual travel time around ~8.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Putcheli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putcheli 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 Putcheli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putcheli 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 Putcheli
Where is Putcheli located?
Putcheli village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Putcheli?
The Gram Panchayat of Putcheli is Barada.
What is the pincode of Putcheli?
The pincode of Putcheli is 531040.
What is the population of Putcheli?
Putcheli had a total population of 28, including 12 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Putcheli?
Putcheli had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Putcheli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putcheli was 45.00%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 27.27%.