Piribanda - Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Piribanda is a village situated in the Araku Valley mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Araku Valley and around 100 km from Visakhapatnam. Sunkarametta serves as the Grama Panchayat for Piribanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piribanda is 584071. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 531149 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Piribanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piribanda
According to the 2011 Census, Piribanda village had a total population of 218 people, including 112 males and 106 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.80%, with male literacy at 49.02% and female literacy at 32.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 216.
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 | 218 | 112 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 110 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 62 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Piribanda
Piribanda 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 Piribanda
Piribanda 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 Piribanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Piribanda is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piribanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piribanda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piribanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piribanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piribanda
Where is Piribanda located?
Piribanda village is located in Araku Valley Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Piribanda?
The Grama Panchayat of Piribanda is Sunkarametta.
What is the pincode of Piribanda?
The pincode of Piribanda is 531149.
What is the population of Piribanda?
Piribanda had a total population of 218, including 112 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Piribanda?
Piribanda had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piribanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piribanda was 40.80%. Male literacy was 49.02% and female literacy was 32.32%.