Dabbanda - Anandapuram, Visakhapatnam
Dabbanda is a village situated in the Anandapuram mandal of Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandapuram and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Visakhapatnam. Mamidilova serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dabbanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabbanda is 586089. The village covers a total geographical area of 1674 hectares and falls under the 531173 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dabbanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dabbanda
According to the 2011 Census, Dabbanda village had a total population of 982 people, including 498 males and 484 females, living in 252 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.69%, with male literacy at 60.09% and female literacy at 45.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 214, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 982 | 498 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 72 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 256 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 242 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Dabbanda
Dabbanda 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 Dabbanda
Dabbanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Dabbanda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabbanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabbanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dabbanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabbanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dabbanda
Where is Dabbanda located?
Dabbanda village is located in Anandapuram Mandal, Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabbanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dabbanda is Mamidilova.
What is the pincode of Dabbanda?
The pincode of Dabbanda is 531173.
What is the population of Dabbanda?
Dabbanda had a total population of 982, including 498 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Dabbanda?
Dabbanda had 252 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dabbanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabbanda was 52.69%. Male literacy was 60.09% and female literacy was 45.33%.