Virava - Pithapuram, Kakinada

Virava is a village situated in the Pithapuram mandal of Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Pithapuram and around 31 km from Kakinada. Virava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Virava is 587462. The village covers a total geographical area of 378 hectares and falls under the 533450 pincode. Pithapuram is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.

Virava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Virava

According to the 2011 Census, Virava village had a total population of 4,192 people, including 2,143 males and 2,049 females, living in 1,220 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.36%, with male literacy at 61.58% and female literacy at 61.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 348, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Virava

Virava 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Virava

Virava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chandrampalem, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithapuram to Virava is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Virava is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Virava

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virava village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Virava

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virava village are given below:

FAQs about Virava