Sylada - Amadalavalasa, Srikakulam
Sylada is a village situated in the Amadalavalasa mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amadalavalasa and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Gajulakollivalasa Rr Colony serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sylada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sylada is 581392. The village covers a total geographical area of 753 hectares and falls under the 532186 pincode. Amadalavalasa is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sylada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sylada
As per Census 2011, Sylada village has a total population of 2,613 people, consisting of 1,305 males and 1,308 females. The village has 718 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,611 literate and 1,002 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sylada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,613 | 1,305 | 1,308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 146 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 139 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,611 | 930 | 681 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,002 | 375 | 627 |
Nearby Villages of Sylada
Sylada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chittivalasa | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Chinnajonnavalasa | West | 1.49 km |
| Munagavalasa | North | 2.27 km |
| Santha Kothavalasa | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Anandapuram | East | 2.29 km |
| Kondavalasa | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Sriramvalasa | South | 2.44 km |
| Thallavalasa | West | 2.47 km |
| Ramachandrapuram | East | 2.65 km |
| Rotta Valasa | North | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sylada
Sylada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Srikakulam Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amadalavalasa to Sylada is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Sylada is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sylada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sylada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sylada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sylada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sylada
Where is Sylada located?
Sylada village is located in Amadalavalasa Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sylada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sylada is Gajulakollivalasa Rr Colony.
What is the pincode of Sylada?
The pincode of Sylada is 532186.
What is the population of Sylada?
Sylada has a total population of 2,613, including 1,305 males and 1,308 females.
How many households are there in Sylada?
There are 718 households in Sylada.
What is the literacy rate in Sylada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sylada is 61.65%. Male literacy is 71.26% and female literacy is 52.06%.