Guttulaputtu - Paderu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Guttulaputtu is a village situated in the Paderu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Paderu and around 124 km from Visakhapatnam. Guttulaputtu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guttulaputtu is 584637. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 531024 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Guttulaputtu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Guttulaputtu
As per Census 2011, Guttulaputtu village has a total population of 1,141 people, consisting of 827 males and 314 females. The village has 227 households and a sex ratio of 379 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 877 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 849 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guttulaputtu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,141 | 827 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 51 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 849 | 671 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 877 | 731 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 96 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Guttulaputtu
Guttulaputtu 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 Guttulaputtu
Guttulaputtu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Guttulaputtu is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Guttulaputtu is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guttulaputtu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guttulaputtu 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Guttulaputtu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guttulaputtu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guttulaputtu
Where is Guttulaputtu located?
Guttulaputtu village is located in Paderu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guttulaputtu?
Guttulaputtu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Guttulaputtu?
The pincode of Guttulaputtu is 531024.
What is the population of Guttulaputtu?
Guttulaputtu has a total population of 1,141, including 827 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Guttulaputtu?
There are 227 households in Guttulaputtu.
What is the literacy rate in Guttulaputtu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guttulaputtu is 76.86%. Male literacy is 88.39% and female literacy is 46.50%.