Ducherthi - Addateegala, Polavaram
Ducherthi is a village situated in the Addateegala mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Addateegala and around 108 km from Kakinada. Ducherthi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ducherthi is 586801. The village covers a total geographical area of 293 hectares and falls under the 533483 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Ducherthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ducherthi
As per Census 2011, Ducherthi village has a total population of 1,178 people, consisting of 567 males and 611 females. The village has 375 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 483 literate and 695 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ducherthi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,178 | 567 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 58 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,109 | 532 | 577 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 274 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 293 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Ducherthi
Ducherthi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ducherthi
Ducherthi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peddapuram to Ducherthi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Ducherthi is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ducherthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ducherthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ducherthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ducherthi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ducherthi
Where is Ducherthi located?
Ducherthi village is located in Addateegala Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ducherthi?
Ducherthi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ducherthi?
The pincode of Ducherthi is 533483.
What is the population of Ducherthi?
Ducherthi has a total population of 1,178, including 567 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Ducherthi?
There are 375 households in Ducherthi.
What is the literacy rate in Ducherthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ducherthi is 41.00%. Male literacy is 48.32% and female literacy is 34.21%.