Irukurai - Hukumpeta, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Irukurai is a village situated in the Hukumpeta mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Hukumpeta and around 130 km from Visakhapatnam. Rapa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irukurai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irukurai is 584482. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 531077 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Irukurai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Irukurai
According to the 2011 Census, Irukurai village had a total population of 65 people, including 35 males and 30 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.62%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 34.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
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 | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 19 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Irukurai
Irukurai 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 Irukurai
Irukurai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Irukurai is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Irukurai is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irukurai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irukurai 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 Irukurai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irukurai 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 Irukurai
Where is Irukurai located?
Irukurai village is located in Hukumpeta Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irukurai?
The Gram Panchayat of Irukurai is Rapa.
What is the pincode of Irukurai?
The pincode of Irukurai is 531077.
What is the population of Irukurai?
Irukurai had a total population of 65, including 35 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Irukurai?
Irukurai had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irukurai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irukurai was 42.62%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 34.48%.