Pothapalu

Pothapalu is a village located in Madanapalle mandal of Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Madanapalle (tehsildar office) and 114km away from district headquarter Chittoor. As per 2009 stats, Pothapolu is the gram panchayat of Pothapalu village.

Pothapalu has its own place in the vibrant Chittoor region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pothapalu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pothapalu is 596141. The village spans a total geographical area of 2523 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 517319. Madanapalle is nearest town to Pothapalu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Pothapalu

Below is a concise population overview of Pothapalu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,872 2,818 3,054
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 576 307 269
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,219 540 679
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 3 5
Literate Population 3,741 1,987 1,754
Illiterate Population 2,131 831 1,300

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pothapalu village:

  • The total population of Pothapalu village is around 5,872, including approximately 2,818 males and 3,054 females, with a sex ratio of 1083 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 576 children aged 0–6 years in Pothapalu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pothapalu village has 1,219 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pothapalu village is about 63.71%, with male literacy at 70.51% and female literacy at 57.43%.
  • There are around 1,375 households in Pothapalu village.

Connectivity of Pothapalu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pothapalu. As per the 2011 stats, Pothapalu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Pothapalu

Knowing the nearby villages of Pothapalu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pothapalu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pothapalu

Where is Pothapalu located?
Pothapalu village is situated in Madanapalle Mandal, within the Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothapalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Pothapalu is Pothapolu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pothapalu?
The pincode of Pothapalu is 517319, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pothapalu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pothapalu is 5,872, with 2,818 males and 3,054 females.
How many households are there in Pothapalu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pothapalu village has a total of 1,375 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothapalu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothapalu is 63.71%. The male literacy rate is 70.51%, while the female literacy rate is 57.43%.