Santhavurity - Ganguvarisigadam, Srikakulam
Santhavurity is a village situated in the Ganguvarisigadam mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.sigadam and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Dhavalapeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santhavurity village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santhavurity is 581357. The village covers a total geographical area of 1025 hectares and falls under the 532168 pincode. Rajam is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Santhavurity village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santhavurity
As per Census 2011, Santhavurity village has a total population of 3,573 people, consisting of 1,824 males and 1,749 females. The village has 1,026 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,161 literate and 1,412 illiterate residents. Additionally, 749 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santhavurity are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,573 | 1,824 | 1,749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 151 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 749 | 382 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,161 | 1,269 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,412 | 555 | 857 |
Nearby Villages of Santhavurity
Santhavurity 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Seetharampuram | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Abothulapeta | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Anandapuram | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Tankaladuggivalasa | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Vandrangi | South | 2.69 km |
| Palakhandyam | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Mettavalasa | West | 3.18 km |
| Gedelapeta | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Suravaram | North | 3.82 km |
| Niddam | South-West | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santhavurity
Santhavurity 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 107.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajam to Santhavurity is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Santhavurity is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santhavurity
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santhavurity village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santhavurity
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santhavurity village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santhavurity
Where is Santhavurity located?
Santhavurity village is located in Ganguvarisigadam Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santhavurity?
The Gram Panchayat of Santhavurity is Dhavalapeta.
What is the pincode of Santhavurity?
The pincode of Santhavurity is 532168.
What is the population of Santhavurity?
Santhavurity has a total population of 3,573, including 1,824 males and 1,749 females.
How many households are there in Santhavurity?
There are 1,026 households in Santhavurity.
What is the literacy rate in Santhavurity?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santhavurity is 60.48%. Male literacy is 69.57% and female literacy is 51.00%.