Puricherla
Puricherla is a village located in Orvakal mandal of Kurnool district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Orvakal (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Kurnool. As per 2009 stats, Pudicherla is the gram panchayat of Puricherla village.
Here you can discover what makes Puricherla unique in its vibrant Orvakal-Kurnool region. You’ll see Puricherla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Puricherla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puricherla is 594020. The village spans a total geographical area of 1898 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 518002. Kurnool is nearest town to Puricherla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Puricherla
Population of Puricherla
According to the 2011 Census, Puricherla has a total population of about 2,576, with approximately 1,267 males and 1,309 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 337 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 340 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.85%, with male literacy at about 57.46% and female literacy near 44.46%. There are around 584 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puricherla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,576 | 1,267 | 1,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 170 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 164 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,310 | 728 | 582 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,266 | 539 | 727 |
Connectivity of Puricherla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puricherla. As per the 2011 stats, Puricherla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puricherla
Knowing the nearby villages of Puricherla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puricherla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puricherla
- Where is Puricherla located?
- Puricherla village is situated in Orvakal Mandal, within the Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puricherla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puricherla is Pudicherla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puricherla?
- The pincode of Puricherla is 518002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puricherla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puricherla is 2,576, with 1,267 males and 1,309 females.
- How many households are there in Puricherla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puricherla village has a total of 584 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puricherla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puricherla is 50.85%. The male literacy rate is 57.46%, while the female literacy rate is 44.46%.