Karugonda - Peda Bayalu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Karugonda is a village situated in the Peda Bayalu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Peda Bayalu and around 180 km from Visakhapatnam. Gomangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karugonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karugonda is 583711. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 531029 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Karugonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karugonda
According to the 2011 Census, Karugonda village had a total population of 548 people, including 264 males and 284 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 1,076 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.77%, with male literacy at 21.26% and female literacy at 9.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 540.
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 | 548 | 264 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 57 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 540 | 259 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 44 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 220 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Karugonda
Karugonda 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 Karugonda
Karugonda 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 Jeypore(orissa) to Karugonda is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Karugonda is about 180 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 Karugonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karugonda 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 Karugonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karugonda 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 Karugonda
Where is Karugonda located?
Karugonda village is located in Peda Bayalu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karugonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karugonda is Gomangi.
What is the pincode of Karugonda?
The pincode of Karugonda is 531029.
What is the population of Karugonda?
Karugonda had a total population of 548, including 264 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Karugonda?
Karugonda had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karugonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karugonda was 14.77%. Male literacy was 21.26% and female literacy was 9.17%.