Gedelabanda - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Gedelabanda is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 184 km from Visakhapatnam. Karimukhiputtu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gedelabanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gedelabanda is 583484. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 160 km away.
Gedelabanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gedelabanda
According to the 2011 Census, Gedelabanda village had a total population of 76 people, including 39 males and 37 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.33%, with male literacy at 42.86% and female literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 24 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Gedelabanda
Gedelabanda 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 Gedelabanda
Public transport in the Gedelabanda 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Gedelabanda is about 160 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Gedelabanda is about 184 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gedelabanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gedelabanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gedelabanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gedelabanda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gedelabanda
Where is Gedelabanda located?
Gedelabanda village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gedelabanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gedelabanda is Karimukhiputtu.
What is the pincode of Gedelabanda?
The pincode of Gedelabanda is 531040.
What is the population of Gedelabanda?
Gedelabanda had a total population of 76, including 39 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Gedelabanda?
Gedelabanda had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gedelabanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gedelabanda was 34.33%. Male literacy was 42.86% and female literacy was 25.00%.