Saggulu - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Saggulu 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 Saggulu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saggulu is 583328. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Saggulu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saggulu
As per Census 2011, Saggulu village has a total population of 79 people, consisting of 32 males and 47 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,468 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saggulu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 32 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 32 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 28 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Saggulu
Saggulu 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 Saggulu
Public transport in the Saggulu 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 Saggulu is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Saggulu 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 Saggulu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saggulu 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 Saggulu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saggulu 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 Saggulu
Where is Saggulu located?
Saggulu village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saggulu?
The Gram Panchayat of Saggulu is Barada.
What is the pincode of Saggulu?
The pincode of Saggulu is 531040.
What is the population of Saggulu?
Saggulu has a total population of 79, including 32 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Saggulu?
There are 20 households in Saggulu.
What is the literacy rate in Saggulu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saggulu is 16.46%. Male literacy is 12.50% and female literacy is 19.15%.