Sobakota - Hukumpeta, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Sobakota is a village situated in the Hukumpeta mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Hukumpeta and around 150 km from Visakhapatnam. Sobakota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sobakota is 584447. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 531077 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Sobakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sobakota
According to the 2011 Census, Sobakota village had a total population of 409 people, including 203 males and 206 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.83%, with male literacy at 62.43% and female literacy at 33.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 406.
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 | 409 | 203 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 406 | 202 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 113 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 90 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Sobakota
Sobakota 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 Sobakota
Sobakota 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 Sobakota is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Sobakota 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 Sobakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sobakota 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 Sobakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sobakota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sobakota
Where is Sobakota located?
Sobakota village is located in Hukumpeta Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sobakota?
Sobakota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sobakota?
The pincode of Sobakota is 531077.
What is the population of Sobakota?
Sobakota had a total population of 409, including 203 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Sobakota?
Sobakota had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sobakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sobakota was 47.83%. Male literacy was 62.43% and female literacy was 33.69%.