Vetchangi Puttu - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Vetchangi Puttu 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 200 km from Visakhapatnam. Pedaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vetchangi Puttu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vetchangi Puttu is 583541. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 165 km away.
Vetchangi Puttu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vetchangi Puttu
According to the 2011 Census, Vetchangi Puttu village had a total population of 51 people, including 25 males and 26 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.95%, with male literacy at 30.00% and female literacy at 5.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 19 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Vetchangi Puttu
Vetchangi 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 Vetchangi Puttu
Vetchangi Puttu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vetchangi Puttu is about 165 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Vetchangi Puttu is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vetchangi Puttu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vetchangi 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 Vetchangi 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 Vetchangi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vetchangi Puttu
Where is Vetchangi Puttu located?
Vetchangi Puttu village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vetchangi Puttu?
The Gram Panchayat of Vetchangi Puttu is Pedaguda.
What is the pincode of Vetchangi Puttu?
The pincode of Vetchangi Puttu is 531040.
What is the population of Vetchangi Puttu?
Vetchangi Puttu had a total population of 51, including 25 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Vetchangi Puttu?
Vetchangi Puttu had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vetchangi Puttu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vetchangi Puttu was 17.95%. Male literacy was 30.00% and female literacy was 5.26%.