Lingavaram - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Lingavaram is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 150 km from Visakhapatnam. Damanapalle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingavaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingavaram is 585545. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Lingavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lingavaram
According to the 2011 Census, Lingavaram village had a total population of 471 people, including 242 males and 229 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.89%, with male literacy at 39.51% and female literacy at 15.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 448.
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 | 471 | 242 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 448 | 225 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 81 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 161 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Lingavaram
Lingavaram 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 Lingavaram
Lingavaram 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Lingavaram is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Lingavaram is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lingavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lingavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lingavaram
Where is Lingavaram located?
Lingavaram village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingavaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingavaram is Damanapalle.
What is the pincode of Lingavaram?
The pincode of Lingavaram is 531133.
What is the population of Lingavaram?
Lingavaram had a total population of 471, including 242 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Lingavaram?
Lingavaram had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingavaram was 27.89%. Male literacy was 39.51% and female literacy was 15.54%.