Vandrangula - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Vandrangula is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 260 km from Visakhapatnam. Barada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vandrangula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vandrangula is 583309. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Vandrangula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vandrangula
According to the 2011 Census, Vandrangula village had a total population of 182 people, including 83 males and 99 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,193 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.00%, with male literacy at 39.06% and female literacy at 19.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 182 | 83 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 83 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 58 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Vandrangula
Vandrangula 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 Vandrangula
Public transport in the Vandrangula is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Vandrangula is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Vandrangula is about 260 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vandrangula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vandrangula 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 Vandrangula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vandrangula 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 Vandrangula
Where is Vandrangula located?
Vandrangula village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vandrangula?
The Gram Panchayat of Vandrangula is Barada.
What is the pincode of Vandrangula?
The pincode of Vandrangula is 531040.
What is the population of Vandrangula?
Vandrangula had a total population of 182, including 83 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Vandrangula?
Vandrangula had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vandrangula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vandrangula was 28.00%. Male literacy was 39.06% and female literacy was 19.77%.