Lothupalem - Devipatnam, Polavaram
Lothupalem is a village situated in the Devipatnam mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Devipatnam and around 83 km from Kakinada. Indukuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lothupalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lothupalem is 586642. The village covers a total geographical area of 751 hectares and falls under the 533286 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Lothupalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lothupalem
According to the 2011 Census, Lothupalem village had a total population of 887 people, including 558 males and 329 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 590 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.76%, with male literacy at 80.04% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 779.
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 | 887 | 558 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 30 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 779 | 497 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 421 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 137 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Lothupalem
Lothupalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Indukuru | South | 2.70 km |
| Peda Bheempalle | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Devaram | West | 4.28 km |
| Sarabhavaram | South-West | 5.44 km |
| Krishnunipalem | East | 5.76 km |
| Gadelapalem | South | 6.05 km |
| Thantikonda | South-East | 6.17 km |
| Nereduvalasa | North-West | 6.24 km |
| Bodleddupalem | South | 6.56 km |
| Ojubanda | East | 6.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lothupalem
Lothupalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Lothupalem is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Lothupalem is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lothupalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lothupalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lothupalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lothupalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lothupalem
Where is Lothupalem located?
Lothupalem village is located in Devipatnam Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lothupalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Lothupalem is Indukuru.
What is the pincode of Lothupalem?
The pincode of Lothupalem is 533286.
What is the population of Lothupalem?
Lothupalem had a total population of 887, including 558 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Lothupalem?
Lothupalem had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lothupalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lothupalem was 72.76%. Male literacy was 80.04% and female literacy was 60.00%.