Atchutapuram - Gokavaram, East Godavari
Atchutapuram is a village situated in the Gokavaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gokavaram and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Atchutapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atchutapuram is 587228. The village covers a total geographical area of 849 hectares and falls under the 533289 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Atchutapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Atchutapuram
As per Census 2011, Atchutapuram village has a total population of 2,330 people, consisting of 1,186 males and 1,144 females. The village has 592 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,304 literate and 1,026 illiterate residents. Additionally, 909 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atchutapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,330 | 1,186 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 94 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 909 | 455 | 454 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,304 | 701 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,026 | 485 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Atchutapuram
Atchutapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gummalladuddi | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Raghavapuram | West | 3.18 km |
| Thantikonda | North | 3.25 km |
| Srirangapatnam | South-West | 3.75 km |
| Korukonda | South | 3.91 km |
| Gadelapalem | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Gokavaram | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Jambupatnam | South | 4.96 km |
| Narasapuram | South-East | 5.59 km |
| Rampa Yerrampalem | North-East | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atchutapuram
Atchutapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Atchutapuram is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Atchutapuram is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atchutapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atchutapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atchutapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atchutapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Atchutapuram
Where is Atchutapuram located?
Atchutapuram village is located in Gokavaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atchutapuram?
Atchutapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atchutapuram?
The pincode of Atchutapuram is 533289.
What is the population of Atchutapuram?
Atchutapuram has a total population of 2,330, including 1,186 males and 1,144 females.
How many households are there in Atchutapuram?
There are 592 households in Atchutapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Atchutapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atchutapuram is 55.97%. Male literacy is 59.11% and female literacy is 52.71%.