Japparu - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Japparu 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 200 km from Visakhapatnam. Jolaputtu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Japparu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Japparu is 583304. The village covers a total geographical area of 403 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 175 km away.
Japparu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Japparu
According to the 2011 Census, Japparu village had a total population of 250 people, including 123 males and 127 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.33%, with male literacy at 69.44% and female literacy at 36.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 247.
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 | 250 | 123 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 15 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 121 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 75 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 48 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Japparu
Japparu 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 Japparu
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Japparu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Japparu is about 175 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Japparu is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Japparu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Japparu 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 Japparu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Japparu 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Japparu
Where is Japparu located?
Japparu village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Japparu?
The Gram Panchayat of Japparu is Jolaputtu.
What is the pincode of Japparu?
The pincode of Japparu is 531040.
What is the population of Japparu?
Japparu had a total population of 250, including 123 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Japparu?
Japparu had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Japparu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Japparu was 53.33%. Male literacy was 69.44% and female literacy was 36.27%.