Vachanarangini - Hukumpeta, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Vachanarangini is a village situated in the Hukumpeta mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Hukumpeta and around 150 km from Visakhapatnam. Boorja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vachanarangini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vachanarangini is 584491. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 531077 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Vachanarangini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vachanarangini
According to the 2011 Census, Vachanarangini village had a total population of 111 people, including 55 males and 56 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.09%, with male literacy at 31.82% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 111.
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 | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 41 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Vachanarangini
Vachanarangini 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 Vachanarangini
Public transport in the Vachanarangini is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Vachanarangini is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Vachanarangini 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 Vachanarangini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vachanarangini 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 Vachanarangini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vachanarangini 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vachanarangini
Where is Vachanarangini located?
Vachanarangini village is located in Hukumpeta Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vachanarangini?
The Gram Panchayat of Vachanarangini is Boorja.
What is the pincode of Vachanarangini?
The pincode of Vachanarangini is 531077.
What is the population of Vachanarangini?
Vachanarangini had a total population of 111, including 55 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Vachanarangini?
Vachanarangini had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vachanarangini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vachanarangini was 16.09%. Male literacy was 31.82% and female literacy was 0.00%.