Sobba - Kurupam, Parvathipuram Manyam
Sobba is a village situated in the Kurupam mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Kurupam and around 147 km from Vizianagaram. Voosakonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sobba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sobba is 582010. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 535524 pincode. Parvathipuram is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Sobba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sobba
As per Census 2011, Sobba village has a total population of 295 people, consisting of 137 males and 158 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sobba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 295 | 137 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 137 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 38 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 99 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Sobba
Sobba 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 Sobba
Sobba 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 Sobba is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Sobba is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sobba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sobba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sobba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sobba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sobba
Where is Sobba located?
Sobba village is located in Kurupam Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sobba?
The Gram Panchayat of Sobba is Voosakonda.
What is the pincode of Sobba?
The pincode of Sobba is 535524.
What is the population of Sobba?
Sobba has a total population of 295, including 137 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Sobba?
There are 82 households in Sobba.
What is the literacy rate in Sobba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sobba is 20.34%. Male literacy is 27.74% and female literacy is 13.92%.