Tungi Kota - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Tungi Kota is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 178 km from Visakhapatnam. Vanugumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tungi Kota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tungi Kota is 583552. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Tungi Kota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tungi Kota
According to the 2011 Census, Tungi Kota village had a total population of 111 people, including 55 males and 56 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.15%, with male literacy at 53.19% and female literacy at 38.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
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 | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 30 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Tungi Kota
Tungi Kota 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 Tungi Kota
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tungi Kota.
| 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 Anakapalle to Tungi Kota is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Tungi Kota is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tungi Kota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tungi Kota 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tungi Kota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tungi Kota 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 Tungi Kota
Where is Tungi Kota located?
Tungi Kota village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tungi Kota?
The Gram Panchayat of Tungi Kota is Vanugumma.
What is the pincode of Tungi Kota?
The pincode of Tungi Kota is 531040.
What is the population of Tungi Kota?
Tungi Kota had a total population of 111, including 55 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Tungi Kota?
Tungi Kota had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tungi Kota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tungi Kota was 46.15%. Male literacy was 53.19% and female literacy was 38.64%.