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
According to the 2011 Census, Pro. Donthamuru village had a total population of 2,976 people, including 1,504 males and 1,472 females, living in 858 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.04%, with male literacy at 50.61% and female literacy at 53.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 713, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 2,976, including 1,504 males and 1,472 females.
How many households are there in Pro. Donthamuru?
Pro. Donthamuru had 858 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pro. Donthamuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pro. Donthamuru was 52.04%. Male literacy was 50.61% and female literacy was 53.49%.