Puttakota - Peda Bayalu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Puttakota is a village situated in the Peda Bayalu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Peda Bayalu and around 225 km from Visakhapatnam. Injari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puttakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puttakota is 583720. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Puttakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puttakota
According to the 2011 Census, Puttakota village had a total population of 55 people, including 28 males and 27 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.53%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 19.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
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 | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 21 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Puttakota
Puttakota 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 Puttakota
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Puttakota.
| 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 Puttakota is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Puttakota is about 225 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puttakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puttakota 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Puttakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puttakota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puttakota
Where is Puttakota located?
Puttakota village is located in Peda Bayalu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puttakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Puttakota is Injari.
What is the pincode of Puttakota?
The pincode of Puttakota is 531040.
What is the population of Puttakota?
Puttakota had a total population of 55, including 28 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Puttakota?
Puttakota had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puttakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puttakota was 25.53%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 19.23%.