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
According to the 2011 Census, Daravada village had a total population of 250 people, including 126 males and 124 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.41%, with male literacy at 25.00% and female literacy at 11.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 247.
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 | 250 | 126 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 250, including 126 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Daravada?
Daravada had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daravada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daravada was 18.41%. Male literacy was 25.00% and female literacy was 11.34%.