Solagam Puttu - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Solagam Puttu 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. Barada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Solagam Puttu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Solagam Puttu is 583554. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 155 km away.
Solagam Puttu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Solagam Puttu
According to the 2011 Census, Solagam Puttu village had a total population of 133 people, including 69 males and 64 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.93%, with male literacy at 81.03% and female literacy at 35.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 133.
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 | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 47 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 22 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Solagam Puttu
Solagam Puttu 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 Solagam Puttu
Public transport in the Solagam Puttu 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 >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 Solagam Puttu is about 155 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Solagam Puttu 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 Solagam Puttu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Solagam Puttu 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 Solagam Puttu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Solagam Puttu 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 Solagam Puttu
Where is Solagam Puttu located?
Solagam Puttu village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Solagam Puttu?
The Gram Panchayat of Solagam Puttu is Barada.
What is the pincode of Solagam Puttu?
The pincode of Solagam Puttu is 531040.
What is the population of Solagam Puttu?
Solagam Puttu had a total population of 133, including 69 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Solagam Puttu?
Solagam Puttu had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Solagam Puttu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Solagam Puttu was 58.93%. Male literacy was 81.03% and female literacy was 35.19%.