Morriguda - Dumbriguda, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Morriguda is a village situated in the Dumbriguda mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Dumbriguda and around 138 km from Visakhapatnam. Sovva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morriguda is 583921. The village covers a total geographical area of 342 hectares and falls under the 531151 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 138 km away.
Morriguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morriguda
As per Census 2011, Morriguda village has a total population of 315 people, consisting of 152 males and 163 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morriguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 152 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 313 | 151 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 40 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 112 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Morriguda
Morriguda 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 Morriguda
Public transport in the Morriguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Vizianagaram to Morriguda is about 138 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Morriguda is about 138 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 Morriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morriguda 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 Morriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morriguda 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 Morriguda
Where is Morriguda located?
Morriguda village is located in Dumbriguda Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Morriguda is Sovva.
What is the pincode of Morriguda?
The pincode of Morriguda is 531151.
What is the population of Morriguda?
Morriguda has a total population of 315, including 152 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Morriguda?
There are 81 households in Morriguda.
What is the literacy rate in Morriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morriguda is 18.10%. Male literacy is 26.32% and female literacy is 10.43%.