Puleru - Gorantla, Sri Sathya Sai
Puleru is a village situated in the Gorantla mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Gorantla and around 94 km from Anantapur. Puleru village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puleru is 595529. The village covers a total geographical area of 1452 hectares and falls under the 515231 pincode. Hindupur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Puleru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puleru
According to the 2011 Census, Puleru village had a total population of 3,472 people, including 1,758 males and 1,714 females, living in 868 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.03%, with male literacy at 66.88% and female literacy at 42.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 3,472 | 1,758 | 1,714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 200 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,691 | 1,042 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,781 | 716 | 1,065 |
Nearby Villages of Puleru
Puleru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maredipalle | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Thathannagaridinne | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Pesalaparthi | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Mumadivaripalli | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Chagaluru | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Kanugamakulapalle | South | 4.91 km |
| Gorantla | North-West | 5.05 km |
| Kambaladinne | South | 5.08 km |
| Ramanodupalli | South-East | 5.33 km |
| Kothakoti | East | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puleru
Puleru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narayanapuram, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindupur to Puleru is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Puleru is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puleru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puleru 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 Puleru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puleru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Puleru
Where is Puleru located?
Puleru village is located in Gorantla Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Puleru?
Puleru is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puleru?
The pincode of Puleru is 515231.
What is the population of Puleru?
Puleru had a total population of 3,472, including 1,758 males and 1,714 females.
How many households are there in Puleru?
Puleru had 868 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puleru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puleru was 55.03%. Male literacy was 66.88% and female literacy was 42.84%.