Iragai - Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Iragai 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. Iragai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Iragai is 583976. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 531149 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 136 km away.
Iragai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Iragai
As per Census 2011, Iragai village has a total population of 134 people, consisting of 64 males and 70 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Iragai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 134 | 64 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 42 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Iragai
Iragai 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 Iragai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Iragai.
| 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 Iragai 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 Iragai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Iragai 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 Iragai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Iragai 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 Iragai
Where is Iragai located?
Iragai village is located in Araku Valley Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Iragai?
Iragai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Iragai?
The pincode of Iragai is 531149.
What is the population of Iragai?
Iragai has a total population of 134, including 64 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Iragai?
There are 33 households in Iragai.
What is the literacy rate in Iragai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Iragai is 24.63%. Male literacy is 34.38% and female literacy is 15.71%.