Hamsabanda - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Hamsabanda is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 250 km from Visakhapatnam. Barada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hamsabanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hamsabanda is 583342. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Hamsabanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hamsabanda
According to the 2011 Census, Hamsabanda village had a total population of 103 people, including 47 males and 56 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,191 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.95%, with male literacy at 67.50% and female literacy at 45.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 103 | 47 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 20 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Hamsabanda
Hamsabanda 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 Hamsabanda
Public transport in the Hamsabanda 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 Jeypore(orissa) to Hamsabanda is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Hamsabanda is about 250 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hamsabanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hamsabanda 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 Hamsabanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hamsabanda 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 Hamsabanda
Where is Hamsabanda located?
Hamsabanda village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hamsabanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Hamsabanda is Barada.
What is the pincode of Hamsabanda?
The pincode of Hamsabanda is 531040.
What is the population of Hamsabanda?
Hamsabanda had a total population of 103, including 47 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Hamsabanda?
Hamsabanda had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hamsabanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hamsabanda was 54.95%. Male literacy was 67.50% and female literacy was 45.10%.