Joharu - Chinthapalli, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Joharu is a village situated in the Chinthapalli mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from Chintapalle and around 128 km from Visakhapatnam. Senivaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joharu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joharu is 585186. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 531111 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Joharu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Joharu
As per Census 2011, Joharu village has a total population of 307 people, consisting of 149 males and 158 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 304 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joharu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 307 | 149 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 146 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 29 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 120 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Joharu
Joharu 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 Joharu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Joharu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Anakapalle to Joharu is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Joharu is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joharu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joharu 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 Joharu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joharu 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 Joharu
Where is Joharu located?
Joharu village is located in Chinthapalli Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joharu?
The Gram Panchayat of Joharu is Senivaram.
What is the pincode of Joharu?
The pincode of Joharu is 531111.
What is the population of Joharu?
Joharu has a total population of 307, including 149 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Joharu?
There are 61 households in Joharu.
What is the literacy rate in Joharu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joharu is 10.75%. Male literacy is 19.46% and female literacy is 2.53%.