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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Preethichamanur village has a total population of 470 people, consisting of 238 males and 232 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 229 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Preethichamanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 470 | 238 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Preethichamanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Preethichamanur is Karlagatta.
What is the pincode of Preethichamanur?
The pincode of Preethichamanur is 517423.
What is the population of Preethichamanur?
Preethichamanur has a total population of 470, including 238 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Preethichamanur?
There are 93 households in Preethichamanur.
What is the literacy rate in Preethichamanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Preethichamanur is 51.28%. Male literacy is 55.88% and female literacy is 46.55%.