Paluru - Devipatnam, Polavaram
Paluru is a village situated in the Devipatnam mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from Devipatnam and around 106 km from Kakinada. Palem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paluru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paluru is 586613. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 534315 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Paluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paluru
According to the 2011 Census, Paluru village had a total population of 502 people, including 265 males and 237 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.83%, with male literacy at 75.71% and female literacy at 35.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 459.
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 | 502 | 265 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 459 | 239 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 187 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 78 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Paluru
Paluru 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 Paluru
Public transport in the Paluru is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rajahmundry to Paluru is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Paluru is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paluru 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 Paluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paluru 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 Paluru
Where is Paluru located?
Paluru village is located in Devipatnam Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paluru?
The Gram Panchayat of Paluru is Palem.
What is the pincode of Paluru?
The pincode of Paluru is 534315.
What is the population of Paluru?
Paluru had a total population of 502, including 265 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Paluru?
Paluru had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paluru was 56.83%. Male literacy was 75.71% and female literacy was 35.05%.