Vutukuru - Krosuru, Palnadu
Vutukuru is a village situated in the Krosuru mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Krosuru and around 59 km from Guntur. Utukuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vutukuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vutukuru is 589931. The village covers a total geographical area of 1150 hectares and falls under the 522410 pincode. Sattenapalle is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Vutukuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vutukuru
As per Census 2011, Vutukuru village has a total population of 3,685 people, consisting of 1,831 males and 1,854 females. The village has 987 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,802 literate and 1,883 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,704 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vutukuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,685 | 1,831 | 1,854 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 192 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,704 | 848 | 856 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,802 | 1,039 | 763 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,883 | 792 | 1,091 |
Nearby Villages of Vutukuru
Vutukuru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vipparla | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Balemarru | South | 3.31 km |
| Kastala Agraharam | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Bayyavaram | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Puttipadu | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Orvakallu | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Konuru | North | 4.33 km |
| Munugodu | East | 4.34 km |
| Andukuru | South-West | 5.20 km |
| Jupudi | East | 6.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vutukuru
Vutukuru 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 87.8 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 Sattenapalle to Vutukuru is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Vutukuru is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vutukuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vutukuru 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 Vutukuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vutukuru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vutukuru
Where is Vutukuru located?
Vutukuru village is located in Krosuru Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vutukuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Vutukuru is Utukuru.
What is the pincode of Vutukuru?
The pincode of Vutukuru is 522410.
What is the population of Vutukuru?
Vutukuru has a total population of 3,685, including 1,831 males and 1,854 females.
How many households are there in Vutukuru?
There are 987 households in Vutukuru.
What is the literacy rate in Vutukuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vutukuru is 48.90%. Male literacy is 56.74% and female literacy is 41.15%.