Ponnuturu
Ponnuturu is a village located in Kothuru mandal of Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Kothuru (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Srikakulam. As per 2009 stats, Ponnuturu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ponnuturu unique in its vibrant Kothuru-Srikakulam region. You’ll see Ponnuturu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ponnuturu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponnuturu is 580102. The village spans a total geographical area of 345 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 532457. Parlakimidi (orissa) is nearest town to Ponnuturu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Ponnuturu
Population of Ponnuturu
According to the 2011 Census, Ponnuturu has a total population of about 1,672, with approximately 826 males and 846 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 178 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 110. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.11%, with male literacy at about 52.78% and female literacy near 31.68%. There are around 389 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponnuturu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,672 | 826 | 846 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 92 | 91 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 88 | 90 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 58 | 52 |
Literate Population | 704 | 436 | 268 |
Illiterate Population | 968 | 390 | 578 |
Connectivity of Ponnuturu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponnuturu. As per the 2011 stats, Ponnuturu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ponnuturu
Knowing the nearby villages of Ponnuturu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponnuturu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponnuturu
- Where is Ponnuturu located?
- Ponnuturu village is situated in Kothuru Mandal, within the Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ponnuturu?
- Ponnuturu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ponnuturu?
- The pincode of Ponnuturu is 532457, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ponnuturu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponnuturu is 1,672, with 826 males and 846 females.
- How many households are there in Ponnuturu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ponnuturu village has a total of 389 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ponnuturu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponnuturu is 42.11%. The male literacy rate is 52.78%, while the female literacy rate is 31.68%.