Sugur - Mantralayam, Kurnool
Sugur is a village situated in the Mantralayam mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mantralayam and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Sugur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sugur is 593735. The village covers a total geographical area of 1650 hectares and falls under the 518349 pincode. Yemmiganur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sugur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sugur
As per Census 2011, Sugur village has a total population of 3,936 people, consisting of 1,918 males and 2,018 females. The village has 798 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 567 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,269 literate and 2,667 illiterate residents. Additionally, 695 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sugur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,936 | 1,918 | 2,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 567 | 283 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 695 | 321 | 374 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,269 | 801 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,667 | 1,117 | 1,550 |
Nearby Villages of Sugur
Sugur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budur | South | 3.19 km |
| Chetnihalli | North | 3.38 km |
| Kalludevakunta | East | 3.72 km |
| Rachumarri | West | 4.50 km |
| Chilakaladona | South-East | 4.65 km |
| Madhavaram | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Manchala | North-East | 5.39 km |
| Sunkeswari | South-West | 6.18 km |
| Bullapur | North | 6.37 km |
| Tungabhadra | North | 6.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sugur
Public transport in the Sugur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manthralayam Rd, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yemmiganur to Sugur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Sugur is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sugur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sugur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sugur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sugur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sugur
Where is Sugur located?
Sugur village is located in Mantralayam Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sugur?
Sugur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sugur?
The pincode of Sugur is 518349.
What is the population of Sugur?
Sugur has a total population of 3,936, including 1,918 males and 2,018 females.
How many households are there in Sugur?
There are 798 households in Sugur.
What is the literacy rate in Sugur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sugur is 32.24%. Male literacy is 41.76% and female literacy is 23.19%.