Musriguda - Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Musriguda is a village situated in the Araku Valley mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Araku Valley and around 110 km from Visakhapatnam. Lotheru serves as the Grama Panchayat for Musriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musriguda is 584008. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 531149 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Musriguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Musriguda
According to the 2011 Census, Musriguda village had a total population of 206 people, including 92 males and 114 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,239 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.35%, with male literacy at 62.35% and female literacy at 42.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 206.
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 | 206 | 92 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 92 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 39 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Musriguda
Musriguda 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 Musriguda
Musriguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Musriguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Musriguda is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musriguda 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 Musriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musriguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Musriguda
Where is Musriguda located?
Musriguda village is located in Araku Valley Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Musriguda?
The Grama Panchayat of Musriguda is Lotheru.
What is the pincode of Musriguda?
The pincode of Musriguda is 531149.
What is the population of Musriguda?
Musriguda had a total population of 206, including 92 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Musriguda?
Musriguda had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musriguda was 51.35%. Male literacy was 62.35% and female literacy was 42.00%.