Araku - Dumbriguda, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Araku is a village situated in the Dumbriguda mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Dumbriguda and around 110 km from Visakhapatnam. Araku village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araku is 583876. The village covers a total geographical area of 2260 hectares and falls under the 531151 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Araku village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Araku
As per Census 2011, Araku village has a total population of 2,279 people, consisting of 1,086 males and 1,193 females. The village has 574 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,207 literate and 1,072 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,682 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Araku are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,279 | 1,086 | 1,193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 139 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,682 | 799 | 883 |
| Literate Population | 1,207 | 682 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,072 | 404 | 668 |
Nearby Villages of Araku
Araku 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 Araku
Araku is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Araku.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vizianagaram to Araku is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Araku is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Araku
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Araku village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Araku
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Araku village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Araku
Where is Araku located?
Araku village is located in Dumbriguda Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araku?
Araku is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Araku?
The pincode of Araku is 531151.
What is the population of Araku?
Araku has a total population of 2,279, including 1,086 males and 1,193 females.
How many households are there in Araku?
There are 574 households in Araku.
What is the literacy rate in Araku?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araku is 52.96%. Male literacy is 62.80% and female literacy is 44.01%.