Daravada - Maredumilli, Polavaram
Daravada is a village situated in the Maredumilli mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Maredumilli and around 114 km from Kakinada. D.ch.palem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daravada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daravada is 586593. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Daravada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Daravada
As per Census 2011, Daravada village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 126 males and 124 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daravada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 126 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 124 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 26 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 100 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Daravada
Daravada 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 Daravada
Daravada 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 >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 Rajahmundry to Daravada is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Daravada is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daravada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daravada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Daravada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daravada 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 Daravada
Where is Daravada located?
Daravada village is located in Maredumilli Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daravada?
The Gram Panchayat of Daravada is D.ch.palem.
What is the pincode of Daravada?
The pincode of Daravada is 533288.
What is the population of Daravada?
Daravada has a total population of 250, including 126 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Daravada?
There are 72 households in Daravada.
What is the literacy rate in Daravada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daravada is 14.80%. Male literacy is 20.63% and female literacy is 8.87%.