Gabbada - Narsipatnam, Anakapalli
Gabbada is a village situated in the Narsipatnam mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from Narsipatnam and around 75 km from Visakhapatnam. Gabbada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gabbada is 585791. The village covers a total geographical area of 624 hectares and falls under the 531118 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Gabbada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gabbada
As per Census 2011, Gabbada village has a total population of 1,973 people, consisting of 947 males and 1,026 females. The village has 552 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,053 literate and 920 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gabbada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,973 | 947 | 1,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 81 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 60 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,053 | 589 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 920 | 358 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Gabbada
Gabbada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Veerabhupala Patnam | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Guramdorapalem | East | 2.00 km |
| Neelampeta | South | 2.04 km |
| Polavaram | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Butchampeta | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Cheedigummala | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Pakalapadu | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Gurrampeta | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Mungerlapalem | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Yarakampeta | South-West | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gabbada
Gabbada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Regupalem, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Gabbada is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Gabbada is about 75 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 Gabbada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gabbada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gabbada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gabbada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gabbada
Where is Gabbada located?
Gabbada village is located in Narsipatnam Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gabbada?
Gabbada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gabbada?
The pincode of Gabbada is 531118.
What is the population of Gabbada?
Gabbada has a total population of 1,973, including 947 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Gabbada?
There are 552 households in Gabbada.
What is the literacy rate in Gabbada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gabbada is 53.37%. Male literacy is 62.20% and female literacy is 45.22%.