Koyyuru - Koyyuru, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Koyyuru is a village situated in the Koyyuru mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 136 km from Visakhapatnam. Koyyuru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koyyuru is 585605. The village covers a total geographical area of 1817 hectares and falls under the 531087 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Koyyuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Koyyuru
As per Census 2011, Koyyuru village has a total population of 2,287 people, consisting of 1,766 males and 521 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 295 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,735 literate and 552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,841 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koyyuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,287 | 1,766 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,841 | 1,536 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 1,735 | 1,529 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 237 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Koyyuru
Koyyuru is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kokkirapadu | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Bommuluru | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Seetarampuram | West | 2.61 km |
| Epuru | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Kalaparru | East | 3.13 km |
| Pallerlamudi | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Vempadu | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Tallamudi | South | 3.90 km |
| Bommuluru Khandrika | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Mokhasa Narasannapalem | North-West | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koyyuru
Koyyuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nuzvid, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.1 km.
| 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 Koyyuru is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Koyyuru 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 Koyyuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koyyuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Koyyuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koyyuru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koyyuru
Where is Koyyuru located?
Koyyuru village is located in Koyyuru Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koyyuru?
Koyyuru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koyyuru?
The pincode of Koyyuru is 531087.
What is the population of Koyyuru?
Koyyuru has a total population of 2,287, including 1,766 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Koyyuru?
There are 322 households in Koyyuru.
What is the literacy rate in Koyyuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koyyuru is 75.86%. Male literacy is 86.58% and female literacy is 39.54%.