Devulacheruvu - Gorantla, Sri Sathya Sai
Devulacheruvu is a village situated in the Gorantla mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Gorantla and around 84 km from Anantapur. Palasamudram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devulacheruvu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devulacheruvu is 595526. The village covers a total geographical area of 251 hectares and falls under the 515561 pincode. Hindupur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Devulacheruvu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devulacheruvu
According to the 2011 Census, Devulacheruvu village had a total population of 238 people, including 120 males and 118 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.76%, with male literacy at 62.96% and female literacy at 35.92%.
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 | 238 | 120 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 68 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 52 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Devulacheruvu
Devulacheruvu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ragimakulapalle | North | 1.29 km |
| Katepalle | North | 2.31 km |
| Palasamudram | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Obulapuram | North | 3.29 km |
| Vadigepalle | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Budili | South-East | 4.09 km |
| Mallapalle | North | 4.66 km |
| Buganipalle | North-East | 4.86 km |
| Tungodu | West | 6.06 km |
| Settipalle | South-East | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devulacheruvu
Devulacheruvu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakarlapalli, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hindupur to Devulacheruvu is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Devulacheruvu is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devulacheruvu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devulacheruvu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devulacheruvu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devulacheruvu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devulacheruvu
Where is Devulacheruvu located?
Devulacheruvu village is located in Gorantla Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devulacheruvu?
The Gram Panchayat of Devulacheruvu is Palasamudram.
What is the pincode of Devulacheruvu?
The pincode of Devulacheruvu is 515561.
What is the population of Devulacheruvu?
Devulacheruvu had a total population of 238, including 120 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Devulacheruvu?
Devulacheruvu had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devulacheruvu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devulacheruvu was 49.76%. Male literacy was 62.96% and female literacy was 35.92%.