Panasa - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Panasa is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 240 km from Visakhapatnam. Vanugumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panasa is 583257. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 165 km away.
Panasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panasa
According to the 2011 Census, Panasa village had a total population of 344 people, including 168 males and 176 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.80%, with male literacy at 48.30% and female literacy at 16.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 336.
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 | 344 | 168 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 165 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 71 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 97 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Panasa
Panasa 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 Panasa
Public transport in the Panasa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Panasa is about 165 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Panasa is about 240 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Panasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panasa 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 Panasa
Where is Panasa located?
Panasa village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Panasa is Vanugumma.
What is the pincode of Panasa?
The pincode of Panasa is 531040.
What is the population of Panasa?
Panasa had a total population of 344, including 168 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Panasa?
Panasa had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panasa was 31.80%. Male literacy was 48.30% and female literacy was 16.46%.