Althi - Kothuru, Srikakulam
Althi is a village situated in the Kothuru mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kothuru and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Althi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Althi is 580098. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 532457 pincode. Parlakimidi (orissa) is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Althi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Althi
As per Census 2011, Althi village has a total population of 631 people, consisting of 303 males and 328 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 620 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Althi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 631 | 303 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 620 | 298 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 107 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 196 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Althi
Althi 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 Althi
Public transport in the Althi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Parlakimidi (orissa) to Althi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Althi is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Althi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Althi 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Althi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Althi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Althi
Where is Althi located?
Althi village is located in Kothuru Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Althi?
Althi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Althi?
The pincode of Althi is 532457.
What is the population of Althi?
Althi has a total population of 631, including 303 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Althi?
There are 194 households in Althi.
What is the literacy rate in Althi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Althi is 25.67%. Male literacy is 35.31% and female literacy is 16.77%.