Purushothapatnam - Seethanagaram, East Godavari
Purushothapatnam is a village situated in the Seethanagaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Seethanagaram and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Purushotha Patnam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purushothapatnam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purushothapatnam is 587206. The village covers a total geographical area of 865 hectares and falls under the 533287 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Purushothapatnam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purushothapatnam
As per Census 2011, Purushothapatnam village has a total population of 3,961 people, consisting of 1,965 males and 1,996 females. The village has 1,274 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,290 literate and 1,671 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 186 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purushothapatnam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,961 | 1,965 | 1,996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 182 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,136 | 548 | 588 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 97 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 2,290 | 1,172 | 1,118 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,671 | 793 | 878 |
Nearby Villages of Purushothapatnam
Purushothapatnam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nelakota | East | 3.09 km |
| Vangalapudi | South | 3.19 km |
| Singavaram | South | 4.80 km |
| Pattisam | West | 4.99 km |
| Polavaram | West | 5.43 km |
| Chinakondepudi | South-East | 5.66 km |
| Gutala | South-West | 6.74 km |
| Nagampalle | East | 6.91 km |
| Seethanagaram | South | 7.29 km |
| Venkatapuram | West | 7.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purushothapatnam
Purushothapatnam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kovvur, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.3 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 Purushothapatnam is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Purushothapatnam is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purushothapatnam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purushothapatnam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purushothapatnam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purushothapatnam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purushothapatnam
Where is Purushothapatnam located?
Purushothapatnam village is located in Seethanagaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purushothapatnam?
The Gram Panchayat of Purushothapatnam is Purushotha Patnam.
What is the pincode of Purushothapatnam?
The pincode of Purushothapatnam is 533287.
What is the population of Purushothapatnam?
Purushothapatnam has a total population of 3,961, including 1,965 males and 1,996 females.
How many households are there in Purushothapatnam?
There are 1,274 households in Purushothapatnam.
What is the literacy rate in Purushothapatnam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purushothapatnam is 57.81%. Male literacy is 59.64% and female literacy is 56.01%.