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.
Here you can discover what makes Puritigadda unique in its vibrant Challapalle-Krishna region. You’ll see Puritigadda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Puritigadda has a total population of about 2,034, with approximately 1,009 males and 1,025 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 554 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 54. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.73%, with male literacy at about 71.85% and female literacy near 65.66%. There are around 646 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puritigadda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.