Atukuru - Madhira, Khammam
Atukuru is a village situated in the Madhira mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhira and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Atukuru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atukuru is 579855. The village covers a total geographical area of 760 hectares and falls under the 507203 pincode. Khammam is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Atukuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atukuru
As per Census 2011, Atukuru village has a total population of 2,509 people, consisting of 1,212 males and 1,297 females. The village has 694 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,319 literate and 1,190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 628 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atukuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,509 | 1,212 | 1,297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 134 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 297 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 79 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 743 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,190 | 469 | 721 |
Nearby Villages of Atukuru
Atukuru 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 Atukuru
Atukuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Atukuru.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khammam to Atukuru is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atukuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atukuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atukuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atukuru 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Atukuru
Where is Atukuru located?
Atukuru village is located in Madhira Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atukuru?
Atukuru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atukuru?
The pincode of Atukuru is 507203.
What is the population of Atukuru?
Atukuru has a total population of 2,509, including 1,212 males and 1,297 females.
How many households are there in Atukuru?
There are 694 households in Atukuru.
What is the literacy rate in Atukuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atukuru is 52.57%. Male literacy is 61.30% and female literacy is 44.41%.