Kurusingi - Chinthapalli, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Kurusingi is a village situated in the Chinthapalli mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Chintapalle and around 140 km from Visakhapatnam. Senivaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurusingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurusingi is 585341. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 531111 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Kurusingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurusingi
According to the 2011 Census, Kurusingi village had a total population of 134 people, including 68 males and 66 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.02%, with male literacy at 24.44% and female literacy at 10.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 57 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Kurusingi
Kurusingi 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 Kurusingi
Kurusingi 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 >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 Kurusingi is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Kurusingi is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurusingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurusingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurusingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurusingi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurusingi
Where is Kurusingi located?
Kurusingi village is located in Chinthapalli Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurusingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurusingi is Senivaram.
What is the pincode of Kurusingi?
The pincode of Kurusingi is 531111.
What is the population of Kurusingi?
Kurusingi had a total population of 134, including 68 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Kurusingi?
Kurusingi had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurusingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurusingi was 17.02%. Male literacy was 24.44% and female literacy was 10.20%.