Donkalavelaga Valasa - Salur, Parvathipuram Manyam
Donkalavelaga Valasa is a village situated in the Salur mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Salur and around 70 km from Vizianagaram. Pattuchenneru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donkalavelaga Valasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donkalavelaga Valasa is 582374. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 535593 pincode. Salur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Donkalavelaga Valasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Donkalavelaga Valasa
According to the 2011 Census, Donkalavelaga Valasa village had a total population of 300 people, including 135 males and 165 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.60%, with male literacy at 47.86% and female literacy at 36.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 295.
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 | 300 | 135 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 18 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 133 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 56 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 79 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Donkalavelaga Valasa
Donkalavelaga Valasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandulapadam | South | 1.59 km |
| Kottuparuvu | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Mavudi | East | 2.61 km |
| Teenusamantha Valasa | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Annamrajuvalasa | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Mucherlavalasa | East | 2.69 km |
| Panasalavalasa | North | 2.70 km |
| Seebillipedavalasa | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Diguvamendangi | West | 3.66 km |
| Thonam | South-West | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Donkalavelaga Valasa
Donkalavelaga Valasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bobbili, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Salur to Donkalavelaga Valasa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Donkalavelaga Valasa is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donkalavelaga Valasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donkalavelaga Valasa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Donkalavelaga Valasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donkalavelaga Valasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Donkalavelaga Valasa
Where is Donkalavelaga Valasa located?
Donkalavelaga Valasa village is located in Salur Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donkalavelaga Valasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Donkalavelaga Valasa is Pattuchenneru.
What is the pincode of Donkalavelaga Valasa?
The pincode of Donkalavelaga Valasa is 535593.
What is the population of Donkalavelaga Valasa?
Donkalavelaga Valasa had a total population of 300, including 135 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Donkalavelaga Valasa?
Donkalavelaga Valasa had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Donkalavelaga Valasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donkalavelaga Valasa was 41.60%. Male literacy was 47.86% and female literacy was 36.09%.