Tunivalasa - Padmanabham, Visakhapatnam
Tunivalasa is a village situated in the Padmanabham mandal of Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmanabham and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Visakhapatnam. Tunivalasa village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tunivalasa is 586107. The village covers a total geographical area of 387 hectares and falls under the 531219 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Tunivalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tunivalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Tunivalasa village had a total population of 1,153 people, including 589 males and 564 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.95%, with male literacy at 57.01% and female literacy at 44.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 1,153 | 589 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 301 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 288 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Tunivalasa
Tunivalasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Venkatapuram | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Chinnapuram | North | 2.13 km |
| Korada | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Krishnapuram | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Reddipalle Agrahram | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Revidi | South | 3.53 km |
| Narayanarajupeta | East | 3.61 km |
| Pandrangi | South | 3.69 km |
| Padmanabham | West | 4.01 km |
| Buddivalasa | North | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tunivalasa
Tunivalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Korukonda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tunivalasa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Tunivalasa is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tunivalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tunivalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tunivalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tunivalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tunivalasa
Where is Tunivalasa located?
Tunivalasa village is located in Padmanabham Mandal, Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Tunivalasa?
Tunivalasa is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tunivalasa?
The pincode of Tunivalasa is 531219.
What is the population of Tunivalasa?
Tunivalasa had a total population of 1,153, including 589 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Tunivalasa?
Tunivalasa had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tunivalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tunivalasa was 50.95%. Male literacy was 57.01% and female literacy was 44.81%.