Davadaguda - Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Davadaguda is a village situated in the Araku Valley mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from Araku Valley and around 136 km from Visakhapatnam. Sunkarametta serves as the Grama Panchayat for Davadaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davadaguda is 583959. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 531149 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 136 km away.
Davadaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Davadaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Davadaguda village had a total population of 184 people, including 85 males and 99 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,165 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.88%, with male literacy at 16.18% and female literacy at 6.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 184 | 85 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 85 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 74 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Davadaguda
Davadaguda 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 Davadaguda
Public transport in the Davadaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Davadaguda is about 136 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Davadaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davadaguda 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 Davadaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davadaguda 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 Davadaguda
Where is Davadaguda located?
Davadaguda village is located in Araku Valley Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Davadaguda?
The Grama Panchayat of Davadaguda is Sunkarametta.
What is the pincode of Davadaguda?
The pincode of Davadaguda is 531149.
What is the population of Davadaguda?
Davadaguda had a total population of 184, including 85 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Davadaguda?
Davadaguda had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Davadaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davadaguda was 10.88%. Male literacy was 16.18% and female literacy was 6.33%.