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
As per Census 2011, Purushottapatnam village has a total population of 1,859 people, consisting of 912 males and 947 females. The village has 612 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,247 literate and 612 illiterate residents. Additionally, 685 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purushottapatnam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,859 | 912 | 947 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 685 | 336 | 349 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,859, including 912 males and 947 females.
How many households are there in Purushottapatnam?
There are 612 households in Purushottapatnam.
What is the literacy rate in Purushottapatnam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purushottapatnam is 67.08%. Male literacy is 69.19% and female literacy is 65.05%.