Duvvuru - Sangam, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Duvvuru is a village situated in the Sangam mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangam and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Duvvuru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duvvuru is 591942. The village covers a total geographical area of 1812 hectares and falls under the 524306 pincode. Nellore is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Duvvuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Duvvuru
As per Census 2011, Duvvuru village has a total population of 7,397 people, consisting of 3,699 males and 3,698 females. The village has 2,085 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 793 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,947 literate and 3,450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 587 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Duvvuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,397 | 3,699 | 3,698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 793 | 402 | 391 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,171 | 608 | 563 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 587 | 304 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 3,947 | 2,205 | 1,742 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,450 | 1,494 | 1,956 |
Nearby Villages of Duvvuru
Duvvuru is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Annareddipalem | South | 3.00 km |
| Makthapuram | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Kavetipalem | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Padamatipalem | West | 4.62 km |
| Vavveru | East | 4.78 km |
| Panchedu | South | 4.95 km |
| Vangallu | North | 5.29 km |
| Isakapalem | East | 6.34 km |
| Golla Kandukur | South-West | 6.46 km |
| Jangala Khandrika | North | 6.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Duvvuru
Duvvuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kodavaluru, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nellore to Duvvuru is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Duvvuru is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duvvuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duvvuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Duvvuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duvvuru 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 Duvvuru
Where is Duvvuru located?
Duvvuru village is located in Sangam Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duvvuru?
Duvvuru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Duvvuru?
The pincode of Duvvuru is 524306.
What is the population of Duvvuru?
Duvvuru has a total population of 7,397, including 3,699 males and 3,698 females.
How many households are there in Duvvuru?
There are 2,085 households in Duvvuru.
What is the literacy rate in Duvvuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duvvuru is 53.36%. Male literacy is 59.61% and female literacy is 47.11%.