Ampuru - Paderu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Ampuru is a village situated in the Paderu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Paderu and around 127 km from Visakhapatnam. Guttulaputtu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ampuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ampuru is 584635. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 531024 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Ampuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ampuru
According to the 2011 Census, Ampuru village had a total population of 44 people, including 20 males and 24 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.28%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 38.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 8 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Ampuru
Ampuru 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 Ampuru
Ampuru 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 Anakapalle to Ampuru is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Ampuru is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ampuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ampuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ampuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ampuru 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ampuru
Where is Ampuru located?
Ampuru village is located in Paderu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ampuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Ampuru is Guttulaputtu.
What is the pincode of Ampuru?
The pincode of Ampuru is 531024.
What is the population of Ampuru?
Ampuru had a total population of 44, including 20 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Ampuru?
Ampuru had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ampuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ampuru was 51.28%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 38.10%.