South Valluru - Thotlavalluru, Krishna
South Valluru is a village situated in the Thotlavalluru mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thotlavalluru and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Bhadrirajupalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for South Valluru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of South Valluru is 589518. The village covers a total geographical area of 1827 hectares and falls under the 521163 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
South Valluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of South Valluru
As per Census 2011, South Valluru village has a total population of 8,720 people, consisting of 4,265 males and 4,455 females. The village has 2,644 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 805 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,624 literate and 3,096 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,908 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for South Valluru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,720 | 4,265 | 4,455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 805 | 399 | 406 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,908 | 1,425 | 1,483 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 5,624 | 2,828 | 2,796 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,096 | 1,437 | 1,659 |
Nearby Villages of South Valluru
South Valluru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| North Valluru | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Chagantipadu | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Kummamuru | East | 5.14 km |
| Boddapadu | North | 5.24 km |
| Chinapulipaka | North | 5.25 km |
| Munnangi | West | 5.29 km |
| Pidaparru | South-West | 5.33 km |
| Royyuru | North-West | 5.33 km |
| Peda Ogirala | North-East | 5.69 km |
| Bommuvaripalem | South | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of South Valluru
South Valluru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Duggirala, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to South Valluru is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to South Valluru is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in South Valluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for South Valluru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in South Valluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving South Valluru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about South Valluru
Where is South Valluru located?
South Valluru village is located in Thotlavalluru Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of South Valluru?
The Gram Panchayat of South Valluru is Bhadrirajupalem.
What is the pincode of South Valluru?
The pincode of South Valluru is 521163.
What is the population of South Valluru?
South Valluru has a total population of 8,720, including 4,265 males and 4,455 females.
How many households are there in South Valluru?
There are 2,644 households in South Valluru.
What is the literacy rate in South Valluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of South Valluru is 64.50%. Male literacy is 66.31% and female literacy is 62.76%.