Ananthavaram - Padmanabham, Visakhapatnam
Ananthavaram is a village situated in the Padmanabham mandal of Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmanabham and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Visakhapatnam. Ananthavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ananthavaram is 586125. The village covers a total geographical area of 795 hectares and falls under the 531219 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ananthavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ananthavaram
As per Census 2011, Ananthavaram village has a total population of 3,129 people, consisting of 1,614 males and 1,515 females. The village has 753 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,506 literate and 1,623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ananthavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,129 | 1,614 | 1,515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 149 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 186 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,506 | 928 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,623 | 686 | 937 |
Nearby Villages of Ananthavaram
Ananthavaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Penta | West | 1.81 km |
| Pekeru | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Vijayarampuram | North | 2.50 km |
| Gandhavaram | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Maddi | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Sirlapalem | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Mukundapuram | East | 3.81 km |
| Boni | East | 4.05 km |
| Thimmapuram | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Kusuluvada | South-East | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ananthavaram
Ananthavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Alamanda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vizianagaram to Ananthavaram is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Ananthavaram 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 Ananthavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ananthavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ananthavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ananthavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ananthavaram
Where is Ananthavaram located?
Ananthavaram village is located in Padmanabham Mandal, Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ananthavaram?
Ananthavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ananthavaram?
The pincode of Ananthavaram is 531219.
What is the population of Ananthavaram?
Ananthavaram has a total population of 3,129, including 1,614 males and 1,515 females.
How many households are there in Ananthavaram?
There are 753 households in Ananthavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Ananthavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ananthavaram is 48.13%. Male literacy is 57.50% and female literacy is 38.15%.