Pusam - Laxminarasupeta, Srikakulam
Pusam is a village situated in the Laxminarasupeta mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Lakshminarsupeta and around 48 km from Srikakulam. Bottadasingi serves as the Grama Panchayat for Pusam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pusam is 580888. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 532458 pincode. Amadalavalasa is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Pusam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pusam
According to the 2011 Census, Pusam village had a total population of 549 people, including 279 males and 270 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.36%, with male literacy at 67.45% and female literacy at 53.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109.
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 Population | 549 | 279 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 172 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 107 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Pusam
Pusam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pusam
Pusam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amadalavalasa to Pusam is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Pusam 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 Pusam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pusam 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 Pusam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pusam 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pusam
Where is Pusam located?
Pusam village is located in Laxminarasupeta Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Pusam?
The Grama Panchayat of Pusam is Bottadasingi.
What is the pincode of Pusam?
The pincode of Pusam is 532458.
What is the population of Pusam?
Pusam had a total population of 549, including 279 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Pusam?
Pusam had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pusam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pusam was 60.36%. Male literacy was 67.45% and female literacy was 53.17%.