Purushottapatnam - Gannavaram, Krishna
Purushottapatnam is a village situated in the Gannavaram mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gannavaram and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Purushottapatnam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purushottapatnam is 589238. The village covers a total geographical area of 1125 hectares and falls under the 521101 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Purushottapatnam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purushottapatnam
According to the 2011 Census, Purushottapatnam village had a total population of 1,859 people, including 912 males and 947 females, living in 612 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.37%, with male literacy at 74.94% and female literacy at 69.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 685.
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 | 1,859 | 912 | 947 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 685 | 336 | 349 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,247 | 631 | 616 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 281 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Purushottapatnam
Purushottapatnam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Venkatanarasimhapuram | North | 3.12 km |
| Bahubalendrunigudem | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Jakkulanekkalam | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Gannavaram | East | 3.74 km |
| Kesarapalle | South | 4.34 km |
| Kondapavuluru | North-West | 4.54 km |
| Savarigudem | South-West | 4.95 km |
| Gopavarapugudem | North | 5.16 km |
| Gollanapalle | North | 5.89 km |
| Ajjampudi | South-East | 6.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purushottapatnam
Purushottapatnam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gannavaram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Purushottapatnam is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Purushottapatnam is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purushottapatnam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purushottapatnam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purushottapatnam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purushottapatnam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purushottapatnam
Where is Purushottapatnam located?
Purushottapatnam village is located in Gannavaram Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purushottapatnam?
Purushottapatnam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purushottapatnam?
The pincode of Purushottapatnam is 521101.
What is the population of Purushottapatnam?
Purushottapatnam had a total population of 1,859, including 912 males and 947 females.
How many households are there in Purushottapatnam?
Purushottapatnam had 612 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purushottapatnam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purushottapatnam was 72.37%. Male literacy was 74.94% and female literacy was 69.92%.