Masikachintala Valasa - Salur, Parvathipuram Manyam
Masikachintala Valasa is a village situated in the Salur mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Salur and around 100 km from Vizianagaram. Kodama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masikachintala Valasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masikachintala Valasa is 582360. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 535593 pincode. Salur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Masikachintala Valasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Masikachintala Valasa
As per Census 2011, Masikachintala Valasa village has a total population of 279 people, consisting of 127 males and 152 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,196 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 267 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masikachintala Valasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 127 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 123 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 114 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Masikachintala Valasa
Masikachintala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lolingabhadra | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Bandapai | North | 1.79 km |
| Chintamala | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Pattuchennuru | South | 2.30 km |
| Chora | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Surapadu @ Kanjupaka | North-East | 2.99 km |
| Kodama | West | 3.42 km |
| Nandakottula Ghasila | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Biramasi | East | 3.77 km |
| Solipiguda | South-West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Masikachintala Valasa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Masikachintala Valasa. The nearest railway station is Baiguda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Salur to Masikachintala Valasa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Masikachintala Valasa is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masikachintala Valasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masikachintala 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 Masikachintala 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 Masikachintala Valasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Masikachintala Valasa
Where is Masikachintala Valasa located?
Masikachintala Valasa village is located in Salur Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masikachintala Valasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Masikachintala Valasa is Kodama.
What is the pincode of Masikachintala Valasa?
The pincode of Masikachintala Valasa is 535593.
What is the population of Masikachintala Valasa?
Masikachintala Valasa has a total population of 279, including 127 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Masikachintala Valasa?
There are 68 households in Masikachintala Valasa.
What is the literacy rate in Masikachintala Valasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masikachintala Valasa is 8.24%. Male literacy is 10.24% and female literacy is 6.58%.