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
According to the 2011 Census, Sottadivalasa village had a total population of 200 people, including 103 males and 97 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.61%, with male literacy at 20.00% and female literacy at 8.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 117.
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 | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 200, including 103 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Sottadivalasa?
Sottadivalasa had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sottadivalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sottadivalasa was 14.61%. Male literacy was 20.00% and female literacy was 8.43%.