Sovva - Dumbriguda, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Sovva 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 village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sovva is 583864. The village covers a total geographical area of 371 hectares and falls under the 531151 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Sovva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sovva
As per Census 2011, Sovva village has a total population of 402 people, consisting of 197 males and 205 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sovva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 402 | 197 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 400 | 196 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 96 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 101 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Sovva
Sovva 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 Sovva
Sovva 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 Sovva is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Sovva 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 Sovva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sovva 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 Sovva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sovva 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 Sovva
Where is Sovva located?
Sovva village is located in Dumbriguda Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sovva?
Sovva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sovva?
The pincode of Sovva is 531151.
What is the population of Sovva?
Sovva has a total population of 402, including 197 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Sovva?
There are 106 households in Sovva.
What is the literacy rate in Sovva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sovva is 36.07%. Male literacy is 48.73% and female literacy is 23.90%.