Pothulagaruvu - Peda Bayalu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Pothulagaruvu is a village situated in the Peda Bayalu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 58 km from Peda Bayalu and around 190 km from Visakhapatnam. Bongaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pothulagaruvu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pothulagaruvu is 583789. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Pothulagaruvu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pothulagaruvu
According to the 2011 Census, Pothulagaruvu village had a total population of 109 people, including 53 males and 56 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.24%, with male literacy at 61.70% and female literacy at 30.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 29 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 24 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Pothulagaruvu
Pothulagaruvu 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 Pothulagaruvu
Public transport in the Pothulagaruvu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Pothulagaruvu is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Pothulagaruvu is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pothulagaruvu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pothulagaruvu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pothulagaruvu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pothulagaruvu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pothulagaruvu
Where is Pothulagaruvu located?
Pothulagaruvu village is located in Peda Bayalu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothulagaruvu?
The Gram Panchayat of Pothulagaruvu is Bongaram.
What is the pincode of Pothulagaruvu?
The pincode of Pothulagaruvu is 531040.
What is the population of Pothulagaruvu?
Pothulagaruvu had a total population of 109, including 53 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Pothulagaruvu?
Pothulagaruvu had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothulagaruvu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pothulagaruvu was 46.24%. Male literacy was 61.70% and female literacy was 30.43%.