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
As per Census 2011, Dandusura village has a total population of 319 people, consisting of 153 males and 166 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandusura are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 319, including 153 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Dandusura?
There are 81 households in Dandusura.
What is the literacy rate in Dandusura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandusura is 43.89%. Male literacy is 53.59% and female literacy is 34.94%.