Santaveedhi - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Santaveedhi is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 185 km from Visakhapatnam. Jarjula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santaveedhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santaveedhi is 583387. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 180 km away.
Santaveedhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santaveedhi
According to the 2011 Census, Santaveedhi village had a total population of 75 people, including 36 males and 39 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.13%, with male literacy at 68.97% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 16 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Santaveedhi
Santaveedhi 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 Santaveedhi
Santaveedhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Anakapalle to Santaveedhi is about 180 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Santaveedhi is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santaveedhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santaveedhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santaveedhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santaveedhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santaveedhi
Where is Santaveedhi located?
Santaveedhi village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santaveedhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Santaveedhi is Jarjula.
What is the pincode of Santaveedhi?
The pincode of Santaveedhi is 531040.
What is the population of Santaveedhi?
Santaveedhi had a total population of 75, including 36 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Santaveedhi?
Santaveedhi had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santaveedhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santaveedhi was 53.13%. Male literacy was 68.97% and female literacy was 40.00%.