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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Girliguda village had a total population of 445 people, including 199 males and 246 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,236 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.98%, with male literacy at 42.94% and female literacy at 25.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 444.
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 | 445 | 199 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Grama Panchayat of Girliguda?
The Grama Panchayat of Girliguda is Baski.
What is the pincode of Girliguda?
The pincode of Girliguda is 531149.
What is the population of Girliguda?
Girliguda had a total population of 445, including 199 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Girliguda?
Girliguda had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girliguda was 32.98%. Male literacy was 42.94% and female literacy was 25.24%.