Punuru
Punuru is a village located in Yeddana Pudi mandal of Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Yeddana Pudi (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Ongole. As per 2009 stats, Punuru village is also a gram panchayat.
Punuru has its own place in the vibrant Prakasam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Punuru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Punuru is 590712. The village spans a total geographical area of 1996 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 523169. Chilakaluripet is nearest town to Punuru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Punuru
Population of Punuru
Below is a concise population overview of Punuru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,047 | 2,918 | 3,129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 256 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,081 | 1,019 | 1,062 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 112 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 3,605 | 1,957 | 1,648 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,442 | 961 | 1,481 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Punuru village:
- The total population of Punuru village is around 6,047, including approximately 2,918 males and 3,129 females, with a sex ratio of 1072 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 520 children aged 0–6 years in Punuru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Punuru village has 2,081 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 241 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Punuru village is about 59.62%, with male literacy at 67.07% and female literacy at 52.67%.
- There are around 1,735 households in Punuru village.
Connectivity of Punuru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Punuru. As per the 2011 stats, Punuru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Punuru
Knowing the nearby villages of Punuru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Punuru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Punuru
- Where is Punuru located?
- Punuru village is situated in Yeddana Pudi Mandal, within the Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Punuru?
- Punuru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Punuru?
- The pincode of Punuru is 523169, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Punuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Punuru is 6,047, with 2,918 males and 3,129 females.
- How many households are there in Punuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Punuru village has a total of 1,735 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Punuru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Punuru is 59.62%. The male literacy rate is 67.07%, while the female literacy rate is 52.67%.