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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Polavaram village had a total population of 505 people, including 259 males and 246 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.80%, with male literacy at 54.02% and female literacy at 37.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 505 | 259 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Grama Panchayat of Polavaram?
The Grama Panchayat of Polavaram is Cheedigummala.
What is the pincode of Polavaram?
The pincode of Polavaram is 531118.
What is the population of Polavaram?
Polavaram had a total population of 505, including 259 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Polavaram?
Polavaram had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Polavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polavaram was 45.80%. Male literacy was 54.02% and female literacy was 37.33%.