Purushothapatnam - Yetapaka, Polavaram
Purushothapatnam is a village situated in the Yetapaka mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from Bhadrachalam and around 125 km from Khammam. Purushothapatnam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purushothapatnam is 579044. The village covers a total geographical area of 389 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Purushothapatnam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purushothapatnam
According to the 2011 Census, Purushothapatnam village had a total population of 1,278 people, including 658 males and 620 females, living in 384 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.93%, with male literacy at 76.67% and female literacy at 65.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 1,278 | 658 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 75 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 73 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 815 | 447 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 211 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Purushothapatnam
Purushothapatnam 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 Purushothapatnam
Public transport in the Purushothapatnam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Palwancha to Purushothapatnam is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Purushothapatnam is about 125 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 Purushothapatnam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purushothapatnam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purushothapatnam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purushothapatnam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purushothapatnam
Where is Purushothapatnam located?
Purushothapatnam village is located in Yetapaka Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purushothapatnam?
Purushothapatnam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purushothapatnam?
The pincode of Purushothapatnam is 533352.
What is the population of Purushothapatnam?
Purushothapatnam had a total population of 1,278, including 658 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Purushothapatnam?
Purushothapatnam had 384 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purushothapatnam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purushothapatnam was 70.93%. Male literacy was 76.67% and female literacy was 65.02%.