Vookabanda - Chinthapalli, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Vookabanda is a village situated in the Chinthapalli mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Chintapalle and around 160 km from Visakhapatnam. Senivaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vookabanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vookabanda is 585345. The village falls under the 531111 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Vookabanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vookabanda
According to the 2011 Census, Vookabanda village had a total population of 111 people, including 58 males and 53 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.78%, with male literacy at 34.09% and female literacy at 35.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 111.
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 | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 43 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Vookabanda
Vookabanda 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 Vookabanda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Vookabanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Vookabanda is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Vookabanda is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vookabanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vookabanda 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 Vookabanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vookabanda 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 Vookabanda
Where is Vookabanda located?
Vookabanda village is located in Chinthapalli Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vookabanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Vookabanda is Senivaram.
What is the pincode of Vookabanda?
The pincode of Vookabanda is 531111.
What is the population of Vookabanda?
Vookabanda had a total population of 111, including 58 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Vookabanda?
Vookabanda had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vookabanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vookabanda was 34.78%. Male literacy was 34.09% and female literacy was 35.42%.