Vusurugudem - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Vusurugudem is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 156 km from Visakhapatnam. Sankada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vusurugudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vusurugudem is 585521. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Vusurugudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vusurugudem
According to the 2011 Census, Vusurugudem village had a total population of 93 people, including 42 males and 51 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,214 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.55%, with male literacy at 52.63% and female literacy at 26.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 92.
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 | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 41 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 22 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Vusurugudem
Vusurugudem 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 Vusurugudem
Vusurugudem 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 Vusurugudem is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Vusurugudem is about 156 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vusurugudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vusurugudem 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vusurugudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vusurugudem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vusurugudem
Where is Vusurugudem located?
Vusurugudem village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vusurugudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Vusurugudem is Sankada.
What is the pincode of Vusurugudem?
The pincode of Vusurugudem is 531133.
What is the population of Vusurugudem?
Vusurugudem had a total population of 93, including 42 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Vusurugudem?
Vusurugudem had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vusurugudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vusurugudem was 38.55%. Male literacy was 52.63% and female literacy was 26.67%.