Manturu - Devipatnam, Polavaram
Manturu is a village situated in the Devipatnam mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Devipatnam and around 130 km from Kakinada. Manturu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manturu is 586618. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 533354 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Manturu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manturu
According to the 2011 Census, Manturu village had a total population of 1,290 people, including 565 males and 725 females, living in 489 households. The sex ratio was 1,283 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.53%, with male literacy at 78.11% and female literacy at 48.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,030.
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 | 1,290 | 565 | 725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 67 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,030 | 453 | 577 |
| Literate Population | 707 | 389 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 583 | 176 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Manturu
Manturu 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 Manturu
Manturu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Rajahmundry to Manturu is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Manturu is about 130 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 Manturu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manturu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manturu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manturu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manturu
Where is Manturu located?
Manturu village is located in Devipatnam Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manturu?
Manturu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manturu?
The pincode of Manturu is 533354.
What is the population of Manturu?
Manturu had a total population of 1,290, including 565 males and 725 females.
How many households are there in Manturu?
Manturu had 489 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manturu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manturu was 61.53%. Male literacy was 78.11% and female literacy was 48.85%.