Puttapalle - Y. Ramavaram, Polavaram
Puttapalle is a village situated in the Y. Ramavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Y.ramavaram and around 132 km from Kakinada. Kota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puttapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puttapalle is 586769. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 533428 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 113 km away.
Puttapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puttapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Puttapalle village had a total population of 159 people, including 78 males and 81 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.77%, with male literacy at 30.16% and female literacy at 16.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 159 | 78 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 77 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 59 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Puttapalle
Puttapalle 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 Puttapalle
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Puttapalle.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peddapuram to Puttapalle is about 113 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Puttapalle is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puttapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puttapalle 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 Puttapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puttapalle 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puttapalle
Where is Puttapalle located?
Puttapalle village is located in Y. Ramavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puttapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Puttapalle is Kota.
What is the pincode of Puttapalle?
The pincode of Puttapalle is 533428.
What is the population of Puttapalle?
Puttapalle had a total population of 159, including 78 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Puttapalle?
Puttapalle had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puttapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puttapalle was 23.77%. Male literacy was 30.16% and female literacy was 16.95%.