Attalur - Amaravathi, Palnadu
Attalur is a village situated in the Amaravathi mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Amaravathi and around 46 km from Guntur. Attaluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Attalur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Attalur is 589939. The village covers a total geographical area of 1524 hectares and falls under the 522436 pincode. Sattenapalle is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Attalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Attalur
As per Census 2011, Attalur village has a total population of 4,783 people, consisting of 2,406 males and 2,377 females. The village has 1,188 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,657 literate and 2,126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,653 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 377 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Attalur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,783 | 2,406 | 2,377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 248 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,653 | 841 | 812 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 377 | 205 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 2,657 | 1,536 | 1,121 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,126 | 870 | 1,256 |
Nearby Villages of Attalur
Attalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramapuram | South | 2.25 km |
| Jupudi | North | 2.98 km |
| Kasipadu | East | 3.55 km |
| Hussainnagaram | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Malladi | North-East | 4.33 km |
| 75-tyallur | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Munugodu | North-West | 4.64 km |
| Bayyavaram | West | 4.74 km |
| Pondugala | North | 5.95 km |
| Garapadu | South-West | 6.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Attalur
Attalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Peddakurapadu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sattenapalle to Attalur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Attalur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Attalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Attalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Attalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Attalur 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Attalur
Where is Attalur located?
Attalur village is located in Amaravathi Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Attalur?
The Gram Panchayat of Attalur is Attaluru.
What is the pincode of Attalur?
The pincode of Attalur is 522436.
What is the population of Attalur?
Attalur has a total population of 4,783, including 2,406 males and 2,377 females.
How many households are there in Attalur?
There are 1,188 households in Attalur.
What is the literacy rate in Attalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Attalur is 55.55%. Male literacy is 63.84% and female literacy is 47.16%.