Anandapuram - Ganguvarisigadam, Srikakulam

Anandapuram is a village situated in the Ganguvarisigadam mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.sigadam and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Anandhapurm serves as the Grama Panchayat for Anandapuram village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Anandapuram is 581358. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 532168 pincode. Rajam is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.

Anandapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Anandapuram

According to the 2011 Census, Anandapuram village had a total population of 2,402 people, including 1,225 males and 1,177 females, living in 561 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.31%, with male literacy at 61.79% and female literacy at 40.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.

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 Population2,4021,2251,177
Child Population (0–6 yrs)260139121
Scheduled Castes (SC)633132
Scheduled Tribes (ST)000
Literate Population1,099671428
Illiterate Population1,303554749

Nearby Villages of Anandapuram

Anandapuram 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
VandrangiSouth-West2.00 km
SanthavurityNorth-West2.07 km
AbothulapetaWest2.15 km
KonchadaSouth-East2.30 km
LaidamEast2.49 km
Ponduru (ct)South3.26 km
SiripuramNorth-East3.44 km
SeetharampuramNorth-West3.49 km
RapakaSouth-East3.94 km
TankaladuggivalasaNorth-West4.70 km

Transport and Connectivity of Anandapuram

Anandapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ponduru, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.5 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceNoAvailable within <5 km
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within <5 km
Railway StationNoAvailable within 2-5 km

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajam to Anandapuram is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Anandapuram is about 24 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 Anandapuram

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anandapuram village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankYesAvailable within village
ATMNoAvailable within 2-5 km
Post OfficeYesAvailable within village

Health Facilities in Anandapuram

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anandapuram village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)YesAvailable within village
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within 2-5 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within 2-5 km

FAQs about Anandapuram

Where is Anandapuram located?

Anandapuram village is located in Ganguvarisigadam Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.

What is the Grama Panchayat of Anandapuram?

The Grama Panchayat of Anandapuram is Anandhapurm.

What is the pincode of Anandapuram?

The pincode of Anandapuram is 532168.

What is the population of Anandapuram?

Anandapuram had a total population of 2,402, including 1,225 males and 1,177 females.

How many households are there in Anandapuram?

Anandapuram had 561 households.

What is the literacy rate in Anandapuram?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anandapuram was 51.31%. Male literacy was 61.79% and female literacy was 40.53%.