Katchuluru - Devipatnam, Polavaram
Katchuluru is a village situated in the Devipatnam mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from Devipatnam and around 131 km from Kakinada. Thunnuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katchuluru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katchuluru is 586604. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 534315 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Katchuluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katchuluru
According to the 2011 Census, Katchuluru village had a total population of 282 people, including 134 males and 148 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,104 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.11%, with male literacy at 58.62% and female literacy at 48.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 244.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 134 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 114 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 66 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Katchuluru
Katchuluru 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 Katchuluru
Katchuluru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rajahmundry to Katchuluru is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Katchuluru is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katchuluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katchuluru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Katchuluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katchuluru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katchuluru
Where is Katchuluru located?
Katchuluru village is located in Devipatnam Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katchuluru?
The Gram Panchayat of Katchuluru is Thunnuru.
What is the pincode of Katchuluru?
The pincode of Katchuluru is 534315.
What is the population of Katchuluru?
Katchuluru had a total population of 282, including 134 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Katchuluru?
Katchuluru had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katchuluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katchuluru was 53.11%. Male literacy was 58.62% and female literacy was 48.00%.