Saradhi - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Saradhi is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 195 km from Visakhapatnam. Pedaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saradhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saradhi is 583466. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 168 km away.
Saradhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saradhi
According to the 2011 Census, Saradhi village had a total population of 272 people, including 145 males and 127 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.15%, with male literacy at 66.39% and female literacy at 30.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
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 | 272 | 145 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 142 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 81 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 64 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Saradhi
Saradhi 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 Saradhi
Saradhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Saradhi is about 168 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Saradhi is about 195 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saradhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saradhi 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 Saradhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saradhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saradhi
Where is Saradhi located?
Saradhi village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saradhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Saradhi is Pedaguda.
What is the pincode of Saradhi?
The pincode of Saradhi is 531040.
What is the population of Saradhi?
Saradhi had a total population of 272, including 145 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Saradhi?
Saradhi had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saradhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saradhi was 49.15%. Male literacy was 66.39% and female literacy was 30.36%.