Paluru - Attili, West Godavari
Paluru is a village situated in the Attili mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attili and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Paluru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paluru is 588556. The village covers a total geographical area of 324 hectares and falls under the 534134 pincode. Tanuku is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Paluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paluru
As per Census 2011, Paluru village has a total population of 2,887 people, consisting of 1,451 males and 1,436 females. The village has 828 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,879 literate and 1,008 illiterate residents. Additionally, 902 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paluru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,887 | 1,451 | 1,436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 143 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 902 | 452 | 450 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 53 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,879 | 974 | 905 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,008 | 477 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Paluru
Paluru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kommara | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Attili | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Mupparthipadu | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Manchili | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Kanchumarru | South | 3.28 km |
| Eduru | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Moyyeru | North | 3.75 km |
| Seethalamkonde Padu | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Dasulakumudavalli | North | 4.12 km |
| Kesavaram | West | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paluru
Paluru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manchili, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanuku to Paluru is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Paluru is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paluru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paluru 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 Paluru
Where is Paluru located?
Paluru village is located in Attili Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paluru?
Paluru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paluru?
The pincode of Paluru is 534134.
What is the population of Paluru?
Paluru has a total population of 2,887, including 1,451 males and 1,436 females.
How many households are there in Paluru?
There are 828 households in Paluru.
What is the literacy rate in Paluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paluru is 65.08%. Male literacy is 67.13% and female literacy is 63.02%.