Pulluru - Mylavaram, Ntr
Pulluru is a village situated in the Mylavaram mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Mylavaram and around 125 km from Machilipatnam. Pulluru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pulluru is 588924. The village covers a total geographical area of 3110 hectares and falls under the 521230 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pulluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pulluru
As per Census 2011, Pulluru village has a total population of 7,651 people, consisting of 3,950 males and 3,701 females. The village has 2,038 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 718 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,051 literate and 3,600 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 655 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pulluru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,651 | 3,950 | 3,701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 718 | 345 | 373 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,241 | 637 | 604 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 655 | 338 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 4,051 | 2,393 | 1,658 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,600 | 1,557 | 2,043 |
Nearby Villages of Pulluru
Pulluru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dasullapalem | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Jangalapalle | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Rudravaram | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Chandragudem | South | 5.15 km |
| Morusumilli | West | 5.18 km |
| Mulakalapanta | West | 6.02 km |
| Cheemalapadu | North | 6.06 km |
| Tholukodu | South-East | 6.12 km |
| Narukullapadu | East | 6.30 km |
| Kudapa | North-East | 7.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pulluru
Pulluru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangineni, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Pulluru is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Pulluru is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pulluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pulluru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pulluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pulluru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pulluru
Where is Pulluru located?
Pulluru village is located in Mylavaram Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pulluru?
Pulluru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pulluru?
The pincode of Pulluru is 521230.
What is the population of Pulluru?
Pulluru has a total population of 7,651, including 3,950 males and 3,701 females.
How many households are there in Pulluru?
There are 2,038 households in Pulluru.
What is the literacy rate in Pulluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pulluru is 52.95%. Male literacy is 60.58% and female literacy is 44.80%.