Santeswaram - Makkuva, Parvathipuram Manyam
Santeswaram is a village situated in the Makkuva mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Makkuva and around 83 km from Vizianagaram. Makkuva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santeswaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santeswaram is 582216. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 535547 pincode. Bobbili is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Santeswaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santeswaram
According to the 2011 Census, Santeswaram village had a total population of 442 people, including 210 males and 232 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.59%, with male literacy at 77.37% and female literacy at 54.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 442 | 210 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 147 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 63 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Santeswaram
Santeswaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagulladabba Gadda | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Bangaruvalasa | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Kondabutcham Peta | West | 2.34 km |
| Turumamidi | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Gopalapuram | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Mulakkayavalasa | South | 2.70 km |
| Dabbagadda | North | 2.86 km |
| Saraivalasa | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Makkuva | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Papayyavalasa | South-East | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santeswaram
Santeswaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitanagaram, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bobbili to Santeswaram is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Santeswaram is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santeswaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santeswaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santeswaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santeswaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santeswaram
Where is Santeswaram located?
Santeswaram village is located in Makkuva Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santeswaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Santeswaram is Makkuva.
What is the pincode of Santeswaram?
The pincode of Santeswaram is 535547.
What is the population of Santeswaram?
Santeswaram had a total population of 442, including 210 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Santeswaram?
Santeswaram had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santeswaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santeswaram was 65.59%. Male literacy was 77.37% and female literacy was 54.98%.