Pothegunta
Pothegunta is a village located in Sydapuram mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sydapuram (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Nellore. As per 2009 stats, Pothe Gunta is the gram panchayat of Pothegunta village.
Pothegunta has its own place in the vibrant Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore 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 Pothegunta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pothegunta is 592261. The village spans a total geographical area of 1947 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 524407. Gudur is nearest town to Pothegunta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pothegunta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Venkatagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tirupati Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pothegunta
Population of Pothegunta
Below is a concise population overview of Pothegunta 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 | 1,775 | 876 | 899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 99 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 201 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 127 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 478 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 950 | 398 | 552 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pothegunta village:
- The total population of Pothegunta village is around 1,775, including approximately 876 males and 899 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 185 children aged 0–6 years in Pothegunta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pothegunta village has 428 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 254 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pothegunta village is about 46.48%, with male literacy at 54.57% and female literacy at 38.60%.
- There are around 463 households in Pothegunta village.
Connectivity of Pothegunta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pothegunta. As per the 2011 stats, Pothegunta 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pothegunta
Knowing the nearby villages of Pothegunta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pothegunta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pothegunta
- Where is Pothegunta located?
- Pothegunta village is situated in Sydapuram Mandal, within the Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pothegunta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pothegunta is Pothe Gunta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pothegunta?
- The pincode of Pothegunta is 524407, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pothegunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pothegunta is 1,775, with 876 males and 899 females.
- How many households are there in Pothegunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pothegunta village has a total of 463 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pothegunta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothegunta is 46.48%. The male literacy rate is 54.57%, while the female literacy rate is 38.60%.