Garrivada - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Garrivada is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 190 km from Visakhapatnam. Babusala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garrivada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garrivada is 583440. The village covers a total geographical area of 14 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 180 km away.
Garrivada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garrivada
According to the 2011 Census, Garrivada village had a total population of 57 people, including 32 males and 25 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 781 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.58%, with male literacy at 56.00% and female literacy at 21.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
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 | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 18 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Garrivada
Garrivada 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 Garrivada
Public transport in the Garrivada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Garrivada is about 180 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Garrivada is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garrivada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garrivada 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 Garrivada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garrivada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garrivada
Where is Garrivada located?
Garrivada village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garrivada?
The Gram Panchayat of Garrivada is Babusala.
What is the pincode of Garrivada?
The pincode of Garrivada is 531040.
What is the population of Garrivada?
Garrivada had a total population of 57, including 32 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Garrivada?
Garrivada had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garrivada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garrivada was 39.58%. Male literacy was 56.00% and female literacy was 21.74%.