Lakkavaram - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Lakkavaram is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 130 km from Visakhapatnam. Devarapalli serves as the Grama Panchayat for Lakkavaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakkavaram is 585492. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Lakkavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakkavaram
According to the 2011 Census, Lakkavaram village had a total population of 314 people, including 151 males and 163 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.18%, with male literacy at 29.91% and female literacy at 13.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 313.
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 | 314 | 151 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 313 | 151 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 116 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Lakkavaram
Lakkavaram 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 Lakkavaram
Lakkavaram 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Lakkavaram is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Lakkavaram is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakkavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakkavaram 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 Lakkavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakkavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakkavaram
Where is Lakkavaram located?
Lakkavaram village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Lakkavaram?
The Grama Panchayat of Lakkavaram is Devarapalli.
What is the pincode of Lakkavaram?
The pincode of Lakkavaram is 531133.
What is the population of Lakkavaram?
Lakkavaram had a total population of 314, including 151 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Lakkavaram?
Lakkavaram had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakkavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakkavaram was 21.18%. Male literacy was 29.91% and female literacy was 13.77%.