Urivi - Pedana, Krishna
Urivi is a village situated in the Pedana mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pedana and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Urivi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urivi is 589624. The village covers a total geographical area of 1015 hectares and falls under the 521329 pincode. Pedana is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Urivi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Urivi
As per Census 2011, Urivi village has a total population of 1,666 people, consisting of 872 males and 794 females. The village has 484 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,045 literate and 621 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urivi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,666 | 872 | 794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 86 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 95 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 572 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 300 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Urivi
Urivi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lankalakalavagunta | South | 2.44 km |
| Vadavalli | North | 2.69 km |
| Chennuru | West | 3.14 km |
| Satuluru | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Chinatummidi | East | 3.52 km |
| Kanchadam | South | 3.74 km |
| Mutcherla | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Koppalle | South-West | 5.03 km |
| Pedatummidi | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Penumalli | South | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urivi
Urivi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vadlamannadu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pedana to Urivi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Urivi is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urivi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urivi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Urivi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urivi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Urivi
Where is Urivi located?
Urivi village is located in Pedana Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urivi?
Urivi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Urivi?
The pincode of Urivi is 521329.
What is the population of Urivi?
Urivi has a total population of 1,666, including 872 males and 794 females.
How many households are there in Urivi?
There are 484 households in Urivi.
What is the literacy rate in Urivi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urivi is 62.73%. Male literacy is 65.60% and female literacy is 59.57%.