Nagarikatakam - Jalumuru, Srikakulam

Nagarikatakam is a village situated in the Jalumuru mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalumuru and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Nagarakatakam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagarikatakam village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagarikatakam is 581101. The village covers a total geographical area of 340 hectares and falls under the 532428 pincode. Amadalavalasa is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.

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

Population of Nagarikatakam

According to the 2011 Census, Nagarikatakam village had a total population of 1,518 people, including 754 males and 764 females, living in 441 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.57%, with male literacy at 66.23% and female literacy at 43.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Nagarikatakam

Nagarikatakam 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Nagarikatakam

Nagarikatakam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tilaru, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.7 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amadalavalasa to Nagarikatakam is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Nagarikatakam is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Nagarikatakam

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

Health Facilities in Nagarikatakam

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

FAQs about Nagarikatakam