Jakkum - Peda Bayalu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Jakkum is a village situated in the Peda Bayalu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from Peda Bayalu and around 132 km from Visakhapatnam. Injari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jakkum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jakkum is 583774. The village covers a total geographical area of 5 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 112 km away.
Jakkum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jakkum
As per Census 2011, Jakkum village has a total population of 219 people, consisting of 107 males and 112 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 219 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jakkum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 107 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 107 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 101 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Jakkum
Jakkum 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 Jakkum
Jakkum 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 >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 Jakkum is about 112 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Jakkum is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jakkum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jakkum 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 Jakkum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jakkum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jakkum
Where is Jakkum located?
Jakkum village is located in Peda Bayalu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jakkum?
The Gram Panchayat of Jakkum is Injari.
What is the pincode of Jakkum?
The pincode of Jakkum is 531040.
What is the population of Jakkum?
Jakkum has a total population of 219, including 107 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Jakkum?
There are 56 households in Jakkum.
What is the literacy rate in Jakkum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jakkum is 3.65%. Male literacy is 5.61% and female literacy is 1.79%.