Butchempeta - Korukonda, East Godavari
Butchempeta is a village situated in the Korukonda mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korukonda and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Butchempeta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Butchempeta is 587390. The village covers a total geographical area of 702 hectares and falls under the 533292 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Butchempeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Butchempeta
As per Census 2011, Butchempeta village has a total population of 2,593 people, consisting of 1,303 males and 1,290 females. The village has 784 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,547 literate and 1,046 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,091 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Butchempeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,593 | 1,303 | 1,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 125 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,091 | 546 | 545 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,547 | 828 | 719 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,046 | 475 | 571 |
Nearby Villages of Butchempeta
Butchempeta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hundeswarapuram | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Burugupudi | East | 3.29 km |
| Mirthipadu | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Munagala | North | 3.42 km |
| Katavaram | West | 3.91 km |
| Kapavaram | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Jalimudi | South-West | 4.80 km |
| Kunavaram | North-West | 4.89 km |
| Bobbillanka | South-West | 5.21 km |
| Munikudali | South-West | 5.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Butchempeta
Butchempeta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 2.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Butchempeta is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Butchempeta is about 71 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 Butchempeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Butchempeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Butchempeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Butchempeta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Butchempeta
Where is Butchempeta located?
Butchempeta village is located in Korukonda Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Butchempeta?
Butchempeta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Butchempeta?
The pincode of Butchempeta is 533292.
What is the population of Butchempeta?
Butchempeta has a total population of 2,593, including 1,303 males and 1,290 females.
How many households are there in Butchempeta?
There are 784 households in Butchempeta.
What is the literacy rate in Butchempeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Butchempeta is 59.66%. Male literacy is 63.55% and female literacy is 55.74%.