Galaganda - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Galaganda is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 170 km from Visakhapatnam. Pedaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Galaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galaganda is 583419. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Galaganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Galaganda
According to the 2011 Census, Galaganda village had a total population of 270 people, including 142 males and 128 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.81%, with male literacy at 57.26% and female literacy at 33.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
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 | 270 | 142 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 142 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 67 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 75 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Galaganda
Galaganda 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 Galaganda
Galaganda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jeypore(orissa) to Galaganda is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Galaganda is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galaganda 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 Galaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galaganda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Galaganda
Where is Galaganda located?
Galaganda village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Galaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Galaganda is Pedaguda.
What is the pincode of Galaganda?
The pincode of Galaganda is 531040.
What is the population of Galaganda?
Galaganda had a total population of 270, including 142 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Galaganda?
Galaganda had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galaganda was 45.81%. Male literacy was 57.26% and female literacy was 33.64%.