Lingavaram - Devipatnam, Polavaram
Lingavaram is a village situated in the Devipatnam mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Devipatnam and around 124 km from Kakinada. Choppakonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingavaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingavaram is 586627. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 533354 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Lingavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lingavaram
According to the 2011 Census, Lingavaram village had a total population of 69 people, including 36 males and 33 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.34%, with male literacy at 46.88% and female literacy at 31.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Lingavaram
Lingavaram 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 Lingavaram
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lingavaram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Lingavaram is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Lingavaram is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lingavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingavaram 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 Lingavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingavaram 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 Lingavaram
Where is Lingavaram located?
Lingavaram village is located in Devipatnam Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingavaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingavaram is Choppakonda.
What is the pincode of Lingavaram?
The pincode of Lingavaram is 533354.
What is the population of Lingavaram?
Lingavaram had a total population of 69, including 36 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Lingavaram?
Lingavaram had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingavaram was 39.34%. Male literacy was 46.88% and female literacy was 31.03%.