Urutur - Veerapunayunipalle, Y.S.R. Kadapa
Urutur is a village situated in the Veerapunayunipalle mandal of Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Veerapunayunipalle and around 65 km from Kadapa. U.venkatapuram serves as the Grama Panchayat for Urutur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urutur is 593257. The village covers a total geographical area of 2984 hectares and falls under the 516339 pincode. Proddatur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Urutur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Urutur
According to the 2011 Census, Urutur village had a total population of 3,063 people, including 1,511 males and 1,552 females, living in 799 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.38%, with male literacy at 77.69% and female literacy at 53.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 467.
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 | 3,063 | 1,511 | 1,552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 171 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 236 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,796 | 1,041 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,267 | 470 | 797 |
Nearby Villages of Urutur
Urutur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peddanapadu | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Ayyavaripalle | South | 4.52 km |
| Veldurthi | West | 4.66 km |
| Keerthipalle | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Talapanur | South-East | 5.57 km |
| Indukur | South | 5.82 km |
| Valasapalle | North-East | 6.02 km |
| Koduru | East | 6.28 km |
| Ankireddipalle | West | 6.34 km |
| Chilamkur | North | 7.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urutur
Urutur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Yerraguntla, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.2 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 Proddatur to Urutur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Urutur is about 65 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 Urutur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urutur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Urutur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urutur 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 Urutur
Where is Urutur located?
Urutur village is located in Veerapunayunipalle Mandal, Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Urutur?
The Grama Panchayat of Urutur is U.venkatapuram.
What is the pincode of Urutur?
The pincode of Urutur is 516339.
What is the population of Urutur?
Urutur had a total population of 3,063, including 1,511 males and 1,552 females.
How many households are there in Urutur?
Urutur had 799 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urutur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urutur was 65.38%. Male literacy was 77.69% and female literacy was 53.66%.