Lingasamudram - Sydapuram, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Lingasamudram is a village situated in the Sydapuram mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sydapuram and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Linga Samuudram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingasamudram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingasamudram is 592254. The village covers a total geographical area of 500 hectares and falls under the 524407 pincode. Gudur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lingasamudram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lingasamudram
As per Census 2011, Lingasamudram village has a total population of 812 people, consisting of 425 males and 387 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 376 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lingasamudram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 812 | 425 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 180 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 219 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 206 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Lingasamudram
Lingasamudram is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mittapalle | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Samudralavari Khandrika | North | 2.01 km |
| Thokalapudi | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Thippireddipalle | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Adhvanna Punarayanakattubadi | West | 2.41 km |
| Palur | South | 3.04 km |
| Raganaramapuram | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Ananthamadugu | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Nalabotlapalle | South | 4.00 km |
| Vemulachedu | South-West | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lingasamudram
Lingasamudram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kondagunta, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gudur to Lingasamudram is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Lingasamudram is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lingasamudram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingasamudram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lingasamudram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingasamudram 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 Lingasamudram
Where is Lingasamudram located?
Lingasamudram village is located in Sydapuram Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingasamudram?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingasamudram is Linga Samuudram.
What is the pincode of Lingasamudram?
The pincode of Lingasamudram is 524407.
What is the population of Lingasamudram?
Lingasamudram has a total population of 812, including 425 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Lingasamudram?
There are 231 households in Lingasamudram.
What is the literacy rate in Lingasamudram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingasamudram is 46.31%. Male literacy is 51.53% and female literacy is 40.57%.