Preethichamanur - Santhipuram, Chittoor
Preethichamanur is a village situated in the Santhipuram mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santhipuram and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Karlagatta serves as the Grama Panchayat for Preethichamanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Preethichamanur is 596848. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 517423 pincode. Kolar(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Preethichamanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Preethichamanur
According to the 2011 Census, Preethichamanur village had a total population of 470 people, including 238 males and 232 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.95%, with male literacy at 65.20% and female literacy at 54.55%.
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 | 470 | 238 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 133 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 105 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Preethichamanur
Preethichamanur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Preethichamanur
Preethichamanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Preethichamanur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolar(karnataka) to Preethichamanur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Preethichamanur is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Preethichamanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Preethichamanur 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 Preethichamanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Preethichamanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Preethichamanur
Where is Preethichamanur located?
Preethichamanur village is located in Santhipuram Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Preethichamanur?
The Grama Panchayat of Preethichamanur is Karlagatta.
What is the pincode of Preethichamanur?
The pincode of Preethichamanur is 517423.
What is the population of Preethichamanur?
Preethichamanur had a total population of 470, including 238 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Preethichamanur?
Preethichamanur had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Preethichamanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Preethichamanur was 59.95%. Male literacy was 65.20% and female literacy was 54.55%.