Girliguda - Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Girliguda is a village situated in the Araku Valley mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Araku Valley and around 139 km from Visakhapatnam. Baski serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girliguda is 584036. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 531149 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 139 km away.
Girliguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girliguda
As per Census 2011, Girliguda village has a total population of 445 people, consisting of 199 males and 246 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,236 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 444 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girliguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 445 | 199 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 198 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 129 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Girliguda
Girliguda 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 Girliguda
Public transport in the Girliguda 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 Visakhapatnam to Girliguda is about 139 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girliguda 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 Girliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girliguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girliguda
Where is Girliguda located?
Girliguda village is located in Araku Valley Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Girliguda is Baski.
What is the pincode of Girliguda?
The pincode of Girliguda is 531149.
What is the population of Girliguda?
Girliguda has a total population of 445, including 199 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Girliguda?
There are 102 households in Girliguda.
What is the literacy rate in Girliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girliguda is 27.64%. Male literacy is 35.18% and female literacy is 21.54%.