Pottepalem - Nellore Rural, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Pottepalem is a village situated in the Nellore Rural mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Nellore and around 7 km from Nellore. Pottepalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pottepalem is 592091. The village covers a total geographical area of 1632 hectares and falls under the 524004 pincode. Nellore is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Pottepalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nellore Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nellore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pottepalem
As per Census 2011, Pottepalem village has a total population of 3,140 people, consisting of 1,585 males and 1,555 females. The village has 880 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,668 literate and 1,472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 390 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pottepalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,140 | 1,585 | 1,555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 201 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,177 | 587 | 590 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 205 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 1,668 | 917 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,472 | 668 | 804 |
Nearby Villages of Pottepalem
Pottepalem 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 Pottepalem
Pottepalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pottepalem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nellore to Pottepalem is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pottepalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pottepalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pottepalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pottepalem 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pottepalem
Where is Pottepalem located?
Pottepalem village is located in Nellore Rural Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pottepalem?
Pottepalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pottepalem?
The pincode of Pottepalem is 524004.
What is the population of Pottepalem?
Pottepalem has a total population of 3,140, including 1,585 males and 1,555 females.
How many households are there in Pottepalem?
There are 880 households in Pottepalem.
What is the literacy rate in Pottepalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pottepalem is 53.12%. Male literacy is 57.85% and female literacy is 48.30%.