Pichatur
Pichatur is a Town and Mandal in Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Pichatur Block (CD) is 05401. The total area of Pichatur Mandal is 125 km². Pichatur has a sex ratio of approximately 1032 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Pichatur Mandal
Pichatur Mandal has a total of 17 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Pichatur Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appambattu | Appambattu | Puttur (23 km) |
| 2 | Chilamathur Bangala | Bangala | Uthukotai (tamilnadu) (27 km) |
| 3 | Karuru Krishnagiri | Adivikodiyambedu | Puttur (36 km) |
| 4 | Keelapudi | Keelapudi | Puttur (20 km) |
| 5 | Mudiyur | Mudiyuru | Puttur (27 km) |
| 6 | Neervoy | Neervoy | Puttur (24 km) |
| 7 | Pichatur | Pichaturu | Puttur (20 km) |
| 8 | Pulikondram | Adivisankarpuram | Puttur (37 km) |
| 9 | Pulipadu Govardhanagiri | Govardhanagiri | Puttur (32 km) |
| 10 | Rajanagaram | Rajanagaram | Puttur (27 km) |
| 11 | Ramagiri | Ramagiri | Puttur (25 km) |
| 12 | Ramapuram | Ramapuram | Puttur (28 km) |
| 13 | Reppalapattu | Mudiyuru | Puttur (23 km) |
| 14 | Shamsheer Bahadurpeta | Hanumanthapuram | Uthukotai (tamilnadu) (24 km) |
| 15 | Sivagiri | Siddiraju Kandriga | Puttur (32 km) |
| 16 | Velur | Veluru | Puttur (25 km) |
| 17 | Vengalathur | Vengalathuru | Puttur (30 km) |
Population of Pichatur Mandal
The population profile of Pichatur Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Pichatur Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,524 | 31,524 | N/A |
| Male Population | 15,510 | 15,510 | N/A |
| Female Population | 16,014 | 16,014 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,183 | 3,183 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,675 | 1,675 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,508 | 1,508 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 18,162 | 18,162 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 10,346 | 10,346 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 7,816 | 7,816 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 13,362 | 13,362 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,164 | 5,164 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,198 | 8,198 | N/A |
| Total Households | 8,739 | 8,739 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 31,524 people. Includes nearly 15,510 males and 16,014 females. Rural population is about 31,524 people.
- There are around 3,183 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,675 boys and 1,508 girls.
- Literate population is about 18,162 people. Non-literate population is around 13,362 people.
- There are nearly 8,739 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Pichatur Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 10,298 | 10,298 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 5,133 | 5,133 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 5,165 | 5,165 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,608 | 1,608 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 803 | 803 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 805 | 805 | N/A |
| Population Density | 251 / km² | 251 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Pichatur Mandal is approximately 10,298 people, including 5,133 males and 5,165 females. Around 10,298 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Pichatur Mandal is about 1,608 people, including 803 males and 805 females. Around 1,608 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 251 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 251 people per sq. km.