Valamuru - Maredumilli, Polavaram
Valamuru is a village situated in the Maredumilli mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Maredumilli and around 129 km from Kakinada. G.m.valasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Valamuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valamuru is 586557. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 533295 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Valamuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Valamuru
According to the 2011 Census, Valamuru village had a total population of 74 people, including 35 males and 39 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.91%, with male literacy at 72.00% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 17 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Valamuru
Valamuru 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 Valamuru
Valamuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rajahmundry to Valamuru is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Valamuru is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Valamuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valamuru 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 Valamuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valamuru 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 Valamuru
Where is Valamuru located?
Valamuru village is located in Maredumilli Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valamuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Valamuru is G.m.valasa.
What is the pincode of Valamuru?
The pincode of Valamuru is 533295.
What is the population of Valamuru?
Valamuru had a total population of 74, including 35 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Valamuru?
Valamuru had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valamuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valamuru was 50.91%. Male literacy was 72.00% and female literacy was 33.33%.