Peravaram - Atreyapuram, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema
Peravaram is a village situated in the Atreyapuram mandal of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Atreyapuram and around 75 km from Kakinada. Bobberlanka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peravaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peravaram is 587556. The village covers a total geographical area of 1034 hectares and falls under the 533235 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Peravaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peravaram
As per Census 2011, Peravaram village has a total population of 6,763 people, consisting of 3,380 males and 3,383 females. The village has 1,909 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 637 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,405 literate and 2,358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,516 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peravaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,763 | 3,380 | 3,383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 637 | 317 | 320 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,516 | 1,234 | 1,282 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 4,405 | 2,261 | 2,144 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,358 | 1,119 | 1,239 |
Nearby Villages of Peravaram
Peravaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajavaram | South | 1.84 km |
| Vijjeswaram | West | 3.59 km |
| Chigurulanka | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Purushothapalle | West | 3.74 km |
| Valicheru | South | 3.91 km |
| Jeediguntalanka | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Pandalaparru | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Madduru | North-West | 4.77 km |
| Jeedigunta | South-West | 4.98 km |
| Vemagiri | East | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peravaram
Peravaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajamundry, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Peravaram is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Peravaram 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 Peravaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peravaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peravaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peravaram 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 Peravaram
Where is Peravaram located?
Peravaram village is located in Atreyapuram Mandal, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peravaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Peravaram is Bobberlanka.
What is the pincode of Peravaram?
The pincode of Peravaram is 533235.
What is the population of Peravaram?
Peravaram has a total population of 6,763, including 3,380 males and 3,383 females.
How many households are there in Peravaram?
There are 1,909 households in Peravaram.
What is the literacy rate in Peravaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peravaram is 65.13%. Male literacy is 66.89% and female literacy is 63.38%.