Atkuru - Unguturu, Krishna
Atkuru is a village situated in the Unguturu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Unguturu and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Atkur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atkuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atkuru is 589252. The village covers a total geographical area of 1489 hectares and falls under the 521286 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Atkuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Atkuru
As per Census 2011, Atkuru village has a total population of 5,272 people, consisting of 2,581 males and 2,691 females. The village has 1,476 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 546 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,314 literate and 1,958 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atkuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,272 | 2,581 | 2,691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 546 | 277 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,172 | 580 | 592 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 3,314 | 1,732 | 1,582 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,958 | 849 | 1,109 |
Nearby Villages of Atkuru
Atkuru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peda Avutapalle | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Pottipadu | North | 2.38 km |
| China Avutapalle | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Allapuram | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Tuttagunta | South | 3.90 km |
| Telaprolu | East | 3.92 km |
| Ponukumadu | South-East | 4.39 km |
| Tempalle | North-West | 4.67 km |
| Velinutala | South | 4.68 km |
| Balliparru | North | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atkuru
Atkuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pedda Avutapale, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Atkuru is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Atkuru is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atkuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atkuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atkuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atkuru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Atkuru
Where is Atkuru located?
Atkuru village is located in Unguturu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atkuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Atkuru is Atkur.
What is the pincode of Atkuru?
The pincode of Atkuru is 521286.
What is the population of Atkuru?
Atkuru has a total population of 5,272, including 2,581 males and 2,691 females.
How many households are there in Atkuru?
There are 1,476 households in Atkuru.
What is the literacy rate in Atkuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atkuru is 62.86%. Male literacy is 67.11% and female literacy is 58.79%.