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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Routhukunta village has a total population of 2,277 people, consisting of 1,121 males and 1,156 females. The village has 619 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 844 literate and 1,433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Routhukunta are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Routhukunta?
Routhukunta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Routhukunta?
The pincode of Routhukunta is 516215.
What is the population of Routhukunta?
Routhukunta has a total population of 2,277, including 1,121 males and 1,156 females.
How many households are there in Routhukunta?
There are 619 households in Routhukunta.
What is the literacy rate in Routhukunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Routhukunta is 37.07%. Male literacy is 44.69% and female literacy is 29.67%.