Varra - Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Varra 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 120 km from Visakhapatnam. Siragam serves as the Grama Panchayat for Varra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varra is 584033. The village covers a total geographical area of 282 hectares and falls under the 531149 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Varra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Varra
According to the 2011 Census, Varra village had a total population of 955 people, including 470 males and 485 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.81%, with male literacy at 53.92% and female literacy at 31.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 943.
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 | 955 | 470 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 943 | 464 | 479 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 220 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 250 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Varra
Varra 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 Varra
Varra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Varra is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varra 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 Varra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varra 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 Varra
Where is Varra located?
Varra village is located in Araku Valley Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Varra?
The Grama Panchayat of Varra is Siragam.
What is the pincode of Varra?
The pincode of Varra is 531149.
What is the population of Varra?
Varra had a total population of 955, including 470 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Varra?
Varra had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Varra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varra was 42.81%. Male literacy was 53.92% and female literacy was 31.98%.