Dengam - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Dengam is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 232 km from Visakhapatnam. Rangabayalu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dengam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dengam is 583296. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Dengam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dengam
As per Census 2011, Dengam village has a total population of 18 people, consisting of 9 males and 9 females. The village has 5 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 15 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dengam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Dengam
Dengam 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 Dengam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dengam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dengam is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Dengam is about 232 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dengam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dengam 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 Dengam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dengam 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 Dengam
Where is Dengam located?
Dengam village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dengam?
The Gram Panchayat of Dengam is Rangabayalu.
What is the pincode of Dengam?
The pincode of Dengam is 531040.
What is the population of Dengam?
Dengam has a total population of 18, including 9 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Dengam?
There are 5 households in Dengam.
What is the literacy rate in Dengam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dengam is 16.67%. Male literacy is 22.22% and female literacy is 11.11%.