Polavaram - Golugonda, Anakapalli
Polavaram is a village situated in the Golugonda mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Golugonda and around 74 km from Visakhapatnam. Cheedigummala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Polavaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polavaram is 585775. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 531118 pincode. Tuni is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Polavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Polavaram
As per Census 2011, Polavaram village has a total population of 505 people, consisting of 259 males and 246 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Polavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 505 | 259 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 121 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 138 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Polavaram
Polavaram is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Cheedigummala | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Veerabhupala Patnam | East | 1.55 km |
| Gabbada | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Pakalapadu | North | 2.35 km |
| Yarakampeta | South | 2.36 km |
| Neelampeta | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Yarravaram | West | 2.84 km |
| Gundupala | South | 3.33 km |
| Nallanki | West | 3.81 km |
| Guramdorapalem | East | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Polavaram
Polavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Regupalem, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tuni to Polavaram is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Polavaram is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Polavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Polavaram
Where is Polavaram located?
Polavaram village is located in Golugonda Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polavaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Polavaram is Cheedigummala.
What is the pincode of Polavaram?
The pincode of Polavaram is 531118.
What is the population of Polavaram?
Polavaram has a total population of 505, including 259 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Polavaram?
There are 131 households in Polavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Polavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polavaram is 40.00%. Male literacy is 46.72% and female literacy is 32.93%.