Vanuguputtu - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Vanuguputtu is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 180 km from Visakhapatnam. Sujanakota serves as the Grama Panchayat for Vanuguputtu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vanuguputtu is 583533. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 103 km away.
Vanuguputtu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vanuguputtu
According to the 2011 Census, Vanuguputtu village had a total population of 42 people, including 24 males and 18 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.50%, with male literacy at 68.18% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 15 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Vanuguputtu
Vanuguputtu 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 Vanuguputtu
Vanuguputtu 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Vanuguputtu is about 103 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Vanuguputtu 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 Vanuguputtu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vanuguputtu 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 Vanuguputtu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vanuguputtu 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 Vanuguputtu
Where is Vanuguputtu located?
Vanuguputtu village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Vanuguputtu?
The Grama Panchayat of Vanuguputtu is Sujanakota.
What is the pincode of Vanuguputtu?
The pincode of Vanuguputtu is 531040.
What is the population of Vanuguputtu?
Vanuguputtu had a total population of 42, including 24 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Vanuguputtu?
Vanuguputtu had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vanuguputtu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vanuguputtu was 47.50%. Male literacy was 68.18% and female literacy was 22.22%.