Routhukunta - Sambepalle, Annamayya
Routhukunta is a village situated in the Sambepalle mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Sambepalle and around 63 km from Kadapa. Routhukunta village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Routhukunta is 593508. The village covers a total geographical area of 1373 hectares and falls under the 516215 pincode. Rayachoti is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Routhukunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Routhukunta
According to the 2011 Census, Routhukunta village had a total population of 2,277 people, including 1,121 males and 1,156 females, living in 619 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.56%, with male literacy at 51.60% and female literacy at 33.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147.
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 | 2,277 | 1,121 | 1,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 150 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 844 | 501 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,433 | 620 | 813 |
Nearby Villages of Routhukunta
Routhukunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sambepalle | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Devapatla | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Devagudipalle | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Bonamala | South-West | 5.10 km |
| Chinnamandem | West | 5.24 km |
| Mallur | North-West | 6.32 km |
| Motakatla | North-East | 7.24 km |
| Narayanareddipalle | North | 7.74 km |
| Paramatikona | West | 8.29 km |
| Guttapalle | South-East | 8.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Routhukunta
Routhukunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kallkiri, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rayachoti to Routhukunta is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Routhukunta is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Routhukunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Routhukunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Routhukunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Routhukunta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Routhukunta
Where is Routhukunta located?
Routhukunta village is located in Sambepalle Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Routhukunta?
Routhukunta is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Routhukunta?
The pincode of Routhukunta is 516215.
What is the population of Routhukunta?
Routhukunta had a total population of 2,277, including 1,121 males and 1,156 females.
How many households are there in Routhukunta?
Routhukunta had 619 households.
What is the literacy rate in Routhukunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Routhukunta was 42.56%. Male literacy was 51.60% and female literacy was 33.89%.