Sankarapuram - Nidadavole, East Godavari
Sankarapuram is a village situated in the Nidadavole mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from Nidadavole and around 75 km from Eluru. Ravimetla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarapuram is 588300. The village covers a total geographical area of 290 hectares and falls under the 534301 pincode. Nidadavole is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Sankarapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sankarapuram
As per Census 2011, Sankarapuram village has a total population of 2,256 people, consisting of 1,119 males and 1,137 females. The village has 648 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,227 literate and 1,029 illiterate residents. Additionally, 512 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankarapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,256 | 1,119 | 1,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 108 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 512 | 235 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,227 | 640 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,029 | 479 | 550 |
Nearby Villages of Sankarapuram
Sankarapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thimmarajupalem | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Ravimetla | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Surapuram | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Nidadavole (r) | East | 3.13 km |
| Brahmanagudem | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Unakaramilli | West | 3.90 km |
| Singavaram | South | 3.92 km |
| Atlapadu | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Kalavalapalle | North | 4.37 km |
| J.khandrika | South | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankarapuram
Sankarapuram is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nidadavolu Jn, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nidadavole to Sankarapuram is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Sankarapuram 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 Sankarapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankarapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sankarapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankarapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sankarapuram
Where is Sankarapuram located?
Sankarapuram village is located in Nidadavole Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarapuram is Ravimetla.
What is the pincode of Sankarapuram?
The pincode of Sankarapuram is 534301.
What is the population of Sankarapuram?
Sankarapuram has a total population of 2,256, including 1,119 males and 1,137 females.
How many households are there in Sankarapuram?
There are 648 households in Sankarapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarapuram is 54.39%. Male literacy is 57.19% and female literacy is 51.63%.