Pothanapalle - Chinturu, Polavaram
Pothanapalle is a village situated in the Chinturu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Chintur and around 180 km from Khammam. Chintoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pothanapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pothanapalle is 579199. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Pothanapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pothanapalle
As per Census 2011, Pothanapalle village has a total population of 270 people, consisting of 133 males and 137 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pothanapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 133 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 133 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 57 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 76 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Pothanapalle
Pothanapalle 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 Pothanapalle
Public transport in the Pothanapalle is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Palwancha to Pothanapalle is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Pothanapalle is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pothanapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pothanapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pothanapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pothanapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pothanapalle
Where is Pothanapalle located?
Pothanapalle village is located in Chinturu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothanapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Pothanapalle is Chintoor.
What is the pincode of Pothanapalle?
The pincode of Pothanapalle is 533352.
What is the population of Pothanapalle?
Pothanapalle has a total population of 270, including 133 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Pothanapalle?
There are 65 households in Pothanapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Pothanapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pothanapalle is 34.44%. Male literacy is 42.86% and female literacy is 26.28%.