Puttagondilanka - Maredumilli, Polavaram
Puttagondilanka is a village situated in the Maredumilli mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Maredumilli and around 126 km from Kakinada. Tadepalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puttagondilanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puttagondilanka is 586598. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Puttagondilanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puttagondilanka
According to the 2011 Census, Puttagondilanka village had a total population of 212 people, including 100 males and 112 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.10%, with male literacy at 52.13% and female literacy at 24.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 211.
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 | 212 | 100 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 6 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 100 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 49 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 51 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Puttagondilanka
Puttagondilanka 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 Puttagondilanka
Public transport in the Puttagondilanka 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 Puttagondilanka is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Puttagondilanka is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puttagondilanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puttagondilanka 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 Puttagondilanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puttagondilanka 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Puttagondilanka
Where is Puttagondilanka located?
Puttagondilanka village is located in Maredumilli Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puttagondilanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Puttagondilanka is Tadepalli.
What is the pincode of Puttagondilanka?
The pincode of Puttagondilanka is 533288.
What is the population of Puttagondilanka?
Puttagondilanka had a total population of 212, including 100 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Puttagondilanka?
Puttagondilanka had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puttagondilanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puttagondilanka was 38.10%. Male literacy was 52.13% and female literacy was 24.21%.