Vanabalingam - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Vanabalingam is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 150 km from Visakhapatnam. Mondigedda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vanabalingam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vanabalingam is 585459. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Vanabalingam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vanabalingam
According to the 2011 Census, Vanabalingam village had a total population of 194 people, including 99 males and 95 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.72%, with male literacy at 64.44% and female literacy at 34.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 190.
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 | 194 | 99 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 58 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 41 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Vanabalingam
Vanabalingam 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 Vanabalingam
Vanabalingam 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 Anakapalle to Vanabalingam is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Vanabalingam 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 Vanabalingam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vanabalingam 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 Vanabalingam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vanabalingam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vanabalingam
Where is Vanabalingam located?
Vanabalingam village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vanabalingam?
The Gram Panchayat of Vanabalingam is Mondigedda.
What is the pincode of Vanabalingam?
The pincode of Vanabalingam is 531133.
What is the population of Vanabalingam?
Vanabalingam had a total population of 194, including 99 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Vanabalingam?
Vanabalingam had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vanabalingam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vanabalingam was 49.72%. Male literacy was 64.44% and female literacy was 34.48%.