Voosakonda - Kurupam, Parvathipuram Manyam
Voosakonda is a village situated in the Kurupam mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Kurupam and around 157 km from Vizianagaram. Voosakonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Voosakonda is 582019. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 535534 pincode. Parvathipuram is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Voosakonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Voosakonda
According to the 2011 Census, Voosakonda village had a total population of 359 people, including 170 males and 189 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,112 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.66%, with male literacy at 40.52% and female literacy at 23.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 351.
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 | 359 | 170 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 166 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 62 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 108 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Voosakonda
Voosakonda 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 Voosakonda
Voosakonda 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parvathipuram to Voosakonda is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Voosakonda is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Voosakonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Voosakonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Voosakonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Voosakonda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Voosakonda
Where is Voosakonda located?
Voosakonda village is located in Kurupam Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Voosakonda?
Voosakonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Voosakonda?
The pincode of Voosakonda is 535534.
What is the population of Voosakonda?
Voosakonda had a total population of 359, including 170 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Voosakonda?
Voosakonda had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Voosakonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Voosakonda was 31.66%. Male literacy was 40.52% and female literacy was 23.49%.