Pro. Donthamuru - Pithapuram, Kakinada
Pro. Donthamuru is a village situated in the Pithapuram mandal of Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Pithapuram and around 36 km from Kakinada. P Donthamuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pro. Donthamuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pro. Donthamuru is 587455. The village covers a total geographical area of 1313 hectares and falls under the 533445 pincode. Pithapuram is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Pro. Donthamuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pro. Donthamuru
As per Census 2011, Pro. Donthamuru village has a total population of 2,976 people, consisting of 1,504 males and 1,472 females. The village has 858 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,341 literate and 1,635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 713 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pro. Donthamuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,976 | 1,504 | 1,472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 202 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 713 | 347 | 366 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,341 | 659 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,635 | 845 | 790 |
Nearby Villages of Pro. Donthamuru
Pro. Donthamuru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pro. Rayavaram | South | 2.23 km |
| China Jaggampeta | East | 2.32 km |
| Veldurthi | West | 2.72 km |
| Dharmavaram | North | 3.64 km |
| B. Kothuru | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Kirlampudi | West | 4.73 km |
| Raparthi | South | 4.81 km |
| Gokivada | South | 4.94 km |
| Tatiparthi | East | 4.95 km |
| Vannepudi | East | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pro. Donthamuru
Public transport in the Pro. Donthamuru is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gollaprolu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 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 Pithapuram to Pro. Donthamuru is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Pro. Donthamuru is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pro. Donthamuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pro. Donthamuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pro. Donthamuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pro. Donthamuru 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 Pro. Donthamuru
Where is Pro. Donthamuru located?
Pro. Donthamuru village is located in Pithapuram Mandal, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pro. Donthamuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Pro. Donthamuru is P Donthamuru.
What is the pincode of Pro. Donthamuru?
The pincode of Pro. Donthamuru is 533445.
What is the population of Pro. Donthamuru?
Pro. Donthamuru has a total population of 2,976, including 1,504 males and 1,472 females.
How many households are there in Pro. Donthamuru?
There are 858 households in Pro. Donthamuru.
What is the literacy rate in Pro. Donthamuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pro. Donthamuru is 45.06%. Male literacy is 43.82% and female literacy is 46.33%.