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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Tunivalasa village has a total population of 1,153 people, consisting of 589 males and 564 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 534 literate and 619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tunivalasa are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Tunivalasa?
Tunivalasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tunivalasa?
The pincode of Tunivalasa is 531219.
What is the population of Tunivalasa?
Tunivalasa has a total population of 1,153, including 589 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Tunivalasa?
There are 300 households in Tunivalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Tunivalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tunivalasa is 46.31%. Male literacy is 51.10% and female literacy is 41.31%.