Poolova - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Poolova is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 47 km from Y.ramavaram and around 164 km from Kakinada. Daragedda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poolova village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poolova is 586692. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 533483 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 136 km away.
Poolova village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Poolova
According to the 2011 Census, Poolova village had a total population of 162 people, including 64 males and 98 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,531 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.47%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 11.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 162 | 64 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 13 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 64 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 47 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Poolova
Poolova 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 Poolova
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Poolova.
| 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 Peddapuram to Poolova is about 136 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Poolova is about 164 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 Poolova
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poolova 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 Poolova
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poolova 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 Poolova
Where is Poolova located?
Poolova village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poolova?
The Gram Panchayat of Poolova is Daragedda.
What is the pincode of Poolova?
The pincode of Poolova is 533483.
What is the population of Poolova?
Poolova had a total population of 162, including 64 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Poolova?
Poolova had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poolova?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poolova was 20.47%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 11.84%.