Lusam - Koyyuru, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Lusam is a village situated in the Koyyuru mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Koyyuru and around 150 km from Visakhapatnam. Marriwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lusam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lusam is 585590. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 531087 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Lusam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lusam
As per Census 2011, Lusam village has a total population of 172 people, consisting of 85 males and 87 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 39 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lusam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 85 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 82 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 62 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Lusam
Lusam 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 Lusam
Public transport in the Lusam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Lusam is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Lusam 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 Lusam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lusam 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lusam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lusam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lusam
Where is Lusam located?
Lusam village is located in Koyyuru Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lusam?
The Gram Panchayat of Lusam is Marriwada.
What is the pincode of Lusam?
The pincode of Lusam is 531087.
What is the population of Lusam?
Lusam has a total population of 172, including 85 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Lusam?
There are 51 households in Lusam.
What is the literacy rate in Lusam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lusam is 22.67%. Male literacy is 27.06% and female literacy is 18.39%.