Musiriguda - Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Musiriguda is a village situated in the Araku Valley mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from Araku Valley and around 135 km from Visakhapatnam. Madala serves as the Grama Panchayat for Musiriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musiriguda is 583972. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 531149 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Musiriguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Musiriguda
According to the 2011 Census, Musiriguda village had a total population of 120 people, including 63 males and 57 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.43%, with male literacy at 42.59% and female literacy at 12.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.
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 | 120 | 63 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 63 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 23 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 40 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Musiriguda
Musiriguda 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 Musiriguda
Public transport in the Musiriguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Musiriguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Musiriguda is about 135 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 Musiriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musiriguda 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 Musiriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musiriguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Musiriguda
Where is Musiriguda located?
Musiriguda village is located in Araku Valley Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Musiriguda?
The Grama Panchayat of Musiriguda is Madala.
What is the pincode of Musiriguda?
The pincode of Musiriguda is 531149.
What is the population of Musiriguda?
Musiriguda had a total population of 120, including 63 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Musiriguda?
Musiriguda had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musiriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musiriguda was 28.43%. Male literacy was 42.59% and female literacy was 12.50%.