Darakonda - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Darakonda is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 200 km from Visakhapatnam. Darakonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darakonda is 585420. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 160 km away.
Darakonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darakonda
According to the 2011 Census, Darakonda village had a total population of 812 people, including 474 males and 338 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 713 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.07%, with male literacy at 61.85% and female literacy at 23.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 805.
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 | 812 | 474 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 52 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 805 | 468 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 261 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 213 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Darakonda
Darakonda 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 Darakonda
Darakonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Darakonda is about 160 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Darakonda is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darakonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darakonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darakonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darakonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darakonda
Where is Darakonda located?
Darakonda village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darakonda?
Darakonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darakonda?
The pincode of Darakonda is 531133.
What is the population of Darakonda?
Darakonda had a total population of 812, including 474 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Darakonda?
Darakonda had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darakonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darakonda was 46.07%. Male literacy was 61.85% and female literacy was 23.10%.