Dumpavalasa - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Dumpavalasa is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Y.ramavaram and around 165 km from Kakinada. Daragedda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumpavalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumpavalasa is 586703. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 533428 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 131 km away.
Dumpavalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dumpavalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Dumpavalasa village had a total population of 355 people, including 168 males and 187 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.71%, with male literacy at 35.43% and female literacy at 6.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 354.
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 | 355 | 168 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 354 | 167 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 45 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 123 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Dumpavalasa
Dumpavalasa 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 Dumpavalasa
Dumpavalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peddapuram to Dumpavalasa is about 131 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Dumpavalasa is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumpavalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumpavalasa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dumpavalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumpavalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dumpavalasa
Where is Dumpavalasa located?
Dumpavalasa village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumpavalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumpavalasa is Daragedda.
What is the pincode of Dumpavalasa?
The pincode of Dumpavalasa is 533428.
What is the population of Dumpavalasa?
Dumpavalasa had a total population of 355, including 168 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Dumpavalasa?
Dumpavalasa had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumpavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumpavalasa was 19.71%. Male literacy was 35.43% and female literacy was 6.58%.