Gattu - Beerongi Kothakota, Annamayya
Gattu is a village situated in the Beerongi Kothakota mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from B.kothakota and around 128 km from Chittoor. Gattu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gattu is 596126. The village covers a total geographical area of 7606 hectares and falls under the 517370 pincode. Madanapalle is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gattu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gattu
As per Census 2011, Gattu village has a total population of 8,237 people, consisting of 4,158 males and 4,079 females. The village has 2,004 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 795 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,628 literate and 3,609 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,098 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 233 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gattu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,237 | 4,158 | 4,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 795 | 402 | 393 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,098 | 556 | 542 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 113 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 4,628 | 2,734 | 1,894 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,609 | 1,424 | 2,185 |
Nearby Villages of Gattu
Gattu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bayyappagaripalle | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Gummasamudram | North-West | 5.89 km |
| Badikayalapalle | South-West | 6.49 km |
| Devarapalle | North | 6.52 km |
| Maddinayanipalle | North | 6.99 km |
| Kottevaripalli | South | 7.29 km |
| Thummanamgutta | North-East | 7.66 km |
| Kothapalli | South | 7.73 km |
| Chikkevaripalli | South | 7.88 km |
| Raghunathapura | South | 8.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gattu
Gattu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tummanamgutta, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madanapalle to Gattu is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Gattu is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gattu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gattu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gattu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gattu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gattu
Where is Gattu located?
Gattu village is located in Beerongi Kothakota Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gattu?
Gattu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gattu?
The pincode of Gattu is 517370.
What is the population of Gattu?
Gattu has a total population of 8,237, including 4,158 males and 4,079 females.
How many households are there in Gattu?
There are 2,004 households in Gattu.
What is the literacy rate in Gattu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gattu is 56.19%. Male literacy is 65.75% and female literacy is 46.43%.