Birisingi - Hukumpeta, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Birisingi is a village situated in the Hukumpeta mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Hukumpeta and around 136 km from Visakhapatnam. Sukuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birisingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birisingi is 584528. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 531077 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Birisingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Birisingi
According to the 2011 Census, Birisingi village had a total population of 175 people, including 87 males and 88 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.84%, with male literacy at 67.53% and female literacy at 44.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 175 | 87 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 52 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 35 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Birisingi
Birisingi 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 Birisingi
Birisingi 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 Birisingi is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Birisingi is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birisingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birisingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Birisingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birisingi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Birisingi
Where is Birisingi located?
Birisingi village is located in Hukumpeta Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birisingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Birisingi is Sukuru.
What is the pincode of Birisingi?
The pincode of Birisingi is 531077.
What is the population of Birisingi?
Birisingi had a total population of 175, including 87 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Birisingi?
Birisingi had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birisingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birisingi was 55.84%. Male literacy was 67.53% and female literacy was 44.16%.