Sottadivalasa - Ananthagiri, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Sottadivalasa is a village situated in the Ananthagiri mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 57 km from Ananthagiri and around 83 km from Visakhapatnam. Rampalle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sottadivalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sottadivalasa is 584152. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 535273 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sottadivalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sottadivalasa
As per Census 2011, Sottadivalasa village has a total population of 200 people, consisting of 103 males and 97 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 26 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sottadivalasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 19 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 84 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Sottadivalasa
Sottadivalasa 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 Sottadivalasa
Public transport in the Sottadivalasa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vizianagaram to Sottadivalasa is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Sottadivalasa is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sottadivalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sottadivalasa 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 Sottadivalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sottadivalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sottadivalasa
Where is Sottadivalasa located?
Sottadivalasa village is located in Ananthagiri Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sottadivalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sottadivalasa is Rampalle.
What is the pincode of Sottadivalasa?
The pincode of Sottadivalasa is 535273.
What is the population of Sottadivalasa?
Sottadivalasa has a total population of 200, including 103 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Sottadivalasa?
There are 59 households in Sottadivalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Sottadivalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sottadivalasa is 13.00%. Male literacy is 18.45% and female literacy is 7.22%.