Karakavalasa - Ananthagiri, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Karakavalasa is a village situated in the Ananthagiri mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Ananthagiri and around 97 km from Visakhapatnam. Borra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karakavalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karakavalasa is 584111. The village falls under the 535273 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Karakavalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karakavalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Karakavalasa village had a total population of 87 people, including 45 males and 42 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.32%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 17.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 32 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Karakavalasa
Karakavalasa 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 Karakavalasa
Karakavalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Karakavalasa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Visakhapatnam to Karakavalasa is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karakavalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karakavalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karakavalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karakavalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karakavalasa
Where is Karakavalasa located?
Karakavalasa village is located in Ananthagiri Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karakavalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Karakavalasa is Borra.
What is the pincode of Karakavalasa?
The pincode of Karakavalasa is 535273.
What is the population of Karakavalasa?
Karakavalasa had a total population of 87, including 45 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Karakavalasa?
Karakavalasa had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karakavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karakavalasa was 25.32%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 17.50%.