Paltheru - Badangi, Vizianagaram
Paltheru is a village situated in the Badangi mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badangi and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Botchavanivalasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paltheru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paltheru is 582529. The village covers a total geographical area of 1520 hectares and falls under the 535578 pincode. Bobbili is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paltheru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paltheru
As per Census 2011, Paltheru village has a total population of 4,759 people, consisting of 2,360 males and 2,399 females. The village has 1,187 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,388 literate and 2,371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 139 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paltheru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,759 | 2,360 | 2,399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 266 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,114 | 562 | 552 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 61 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 2,388 | 1,402 | 986 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,371 | 958 | 1,413 |
Nearby Villages of Paltheru
Paltheru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Butchampeta | South | 0.93 km |
| Mallampeta | South | 1.63 km |
| Anavaram | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Alajangi | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Gopalakrishnarangarayapuram | East | 2.80 km |
| Gudepuvalasa | South | 3.12 km |
| Kotipalle | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Pudivalasa | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Karada | North-East | 3.84 km |
| P.venkampeta | East | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paltheru
Paltheru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Donkinavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bobbili to Paltheru is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Paltheru is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paltheru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paltheru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paltheru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paltheru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paltheru
Where is Paltheru located?
Paltheru village is located in Badangi Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paltheru?
The Gram Panchayat of Paltheru is Botchavanivalasa.
What is the pincode of Paltheru?
The pincode of Paltheru is 535578.
What is the population of Paltheru?
Paltheru has a total population of 4,759, including 2,360 males and 2,399 females.
How many households are there in Paltheru?
There are 1,187 households in Paltheru.
What is the literacy rate in Paltheru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paltheru is 50.18%. Male literacy is 59.41% and female literacy is 41.10%.