Puritigadda
Puritigadda is a village located in Challapalle mandal of Krishna district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Challapalle (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Machilipatnam. As per 2009 stats, Puritigadda village is also a gram panchayat.
Puritigadda has its own place in the vibrant Krishna region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Puritigadda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puritigadda is 589746. The village spans a total geographical area of 347 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 521126. Machilipatnam is nearest town to Puritigadda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Puritigadda
Below is a concise population overview of Puritigadda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,034 | 1,009 | 1,025 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 80 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 290 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,398 | 725 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 636 | 284 | 352 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puritigadda village:
- The total population of Puritigadda village is around 2,034, including approximately 1,009 males and 1,025 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Puritigadda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puritigadda village has 554 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 54 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puritigadda village is about 68.73%, with male literacy at 71.85% and female literacy at 65.66%.
- There are around 646 households in Puritigadda village.
Connectivity of Puritigadda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puritigadda. As per the 2011 stats, Puritigadda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puritigadda
Knowing the nearby villages of Puritigadda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puritigadda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puritigadda
- Where is Puritigadda located?
- Puritigadda village is situated in Challapalle Mandal, within the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puritigadda?
- Puritigadda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puritigadda?
- The pincode of Puritigadda is 521126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puritigadda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puritigadda is 2,034, with 1,009 males and 1,025 females.
- How many households are there in Puritigadda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puritigadda village has a total of 646 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puritigadda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puritigadda is 68.73%. The male literacy rate is 71.85%, while the female literacy rate is 65.66%.