Lingavaram - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Lingavaram is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Y.ramavaram and around 162 km from Kakinada. Daragedda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingavaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingavaram is 586690. The village covers a total geographical area of 552 hectares and falls under the 533428 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 133 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 138 people, including 68 males and 70 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 6.31%, with male literacy at 10.53% and female literacy at 1.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 138 | 68 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 68 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 62 | 69 |
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 in the Lingavaram is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Peddapuram to Lingavaram is about 133 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Lingavaram is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lingavaram
Where is Lingavaram located?
Lingavaram village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingavaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingavaram is Daragedda.
What is the pincode of Lingavaram?
The pincode of Lingavaram is 533428.
What is the population of Lingavaram?
Lingavaram had a total population of 138, including 68 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Lingavaram?
Lingavaram had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingavaram was 6.31%. Male literacy was 10.53% and female literacy was 1.85%.