Sariya - Ananthagiri, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Sariya is a village situated in the Ananthagiri mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Ananthagiri and around 88 km from Visakhapatnam. Jeenabadu serves as the Grama Panchayat for Sariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sariya is 584355. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 531151 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Sariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sariya
According to the 2011 Census, Sariya village had a total population of 59 people, including 28 males and 31 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.93%, with male literacy at 32.00% and female literacy at 20.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
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 | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 20 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Sariya
Sariya 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 Sariya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sariya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Sariya is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Sariya is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sariya 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sariya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sariya
Where is Sariya located?
Sariya village is located in Ananthagiri Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Sariya?
The Grama Panchayat of Sariya is Jeenabadu.
What is the pincode of Sariya?
The pincode of Sariya is 531151.
What is the population of Sariya?
Sariya had a total population of 59, including 28 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Sariya?
Sariya had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sariya was 25.93%. Male literacy was 32.00% and female literacy was 20.69%.