Karakavalasa - Dumbriguda, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Karakavalasa is a village situated in the Dumbriguda mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Dumbriguda and around 135 km from Visakhapatnam. Sovva serves as the Grama Panchayat for Karakavalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karakavalasa is 583865. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 531151 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Karakavalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karakavalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Karakavalasa village had a total population of 150 people, including 73 males and 77 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.44%, with male literacy at 28.79% and female literacy at 12.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 149.
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 | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 72 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 54 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Karakavalasa
Karakavalasa 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 Karakavalasa
Karakavalasa 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 Vizianagaram to Karakavalasa is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Karakavalasa is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karakavalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karakavalasa 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 Karakavalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karakavalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karakavalasa
Where is Karakavalasa located?
Karakavalasa village is located in Dumbriguda Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Karakavalasa?
The Grama Panchayat of Karakavalasa is Sovva.
What is the pincode of Karakavalasa?
The pincode of Karakavalasa is 531151.
What is the population of Karakavalasa?
Karakavalasa had a total population of 150, including 73 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Karakavalasa?
Karakavalasa had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karakavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karakavalasa was 20.44%. Male literacy was 28.79% and female literacy was 12.68%.