Dandusura - Kurupam, Parvathipuram Manyam
Dandusura is a village situated in the Kurupam mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Kurupam and around 130 km from Vizianagaram. Gummidiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandusura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandusura is 581994. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 535534 pincode. Parvathipuram is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dandusura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dandusura
According to the 2011 Census, Dandusura village had a total population of 319 people, including 153 males and 166 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.44%, with male literacy at 59.85% and female literacy at 38.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 293.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 153 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 141 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 82 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 71 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Dandusura
Dandusura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dandusura
Dandusura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parvathipuram to Dandusura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Dandusura is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandusura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandusura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dandusura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandusura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dandusura
Where is Dandusura located?
Dandusura village is located in Kurupam Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandusura?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandusura is Gummidiguda.
What is the pincode of Dandusura?
The pincode of Dandusura is 535534.
What is the population of Dandusura?
Dandusura had a total population of 319, including 153 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Dandusura?
Dandusura had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandusura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandusura was 48.44%. Male literacy was 59.85% and female literacy was 38.16%.