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
As per Census 2011, Donkalavelaga Valasa village has a total population of 300 people, consisting of 135 males and 165 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,222 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 295 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Donkalavelaga Valasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 300 | 135 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 18 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 300, including 135 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Donkalavelaga Valasa?
There are 67 households in Donkalavelaga Valasa.
What is the literacy rate in Donkalavelaga Valasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donkalavelaga Valasa is 34.67%. Male literacy is 41.48% and female literacy is 29.09%.