Siribala - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Siribala is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 185 km from Visakhapatnam. Vanchula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siribala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siribala is 585449. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Siribala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siribala
As per Census 2011, Siribala village has a total population of 477 people, consisting of 233 males and 244 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 410 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siribala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 233 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 410 | 200 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 88 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 145 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Siribala
Siribala 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 Siribala
Siribala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Siribala is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Siribala is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siribala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siribala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Siribala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siribala 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 Siribala
Where is Siribala located?
Siribala village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siribala?
The Gram Panchayat of Siribala is Vanchula.
What is the pincode of Siribala?
The pincode of Siribala is 531133.
What is the population of Siribala?
Siribala has a total population of 477, including 233 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Siribala?
There are 129 households in Siribala.
What is the literacy rate in Siribala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siribala is 26.42%. Male literacy is 37.77% and female literacy is 15.57%.