Sivaram - Garividi, Vizianagaram
Sivaram is a village situated in the Garividi mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garividi and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Sivaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sivaram is 582793. The village covers a total geographical area of 700 hectares and falls under the 535128 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Sivaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sivaram
As per Census 2011, Sivaram village has a total population of 3,093 people, consisting of 1,531 males and 1,562 females. The village has 760 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,291 literate and 1,802 illiterate residents. Additionally, 303 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sivaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,093 | 1,531 | 1,562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 190 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 142 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,291 | 749 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,802 | 782 | 1,020 |
Nearby Villages of Sivaram
Sivaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purushothama Swamivari Lakshmipuram | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Aridivalasa | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Devada | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Peripi | East | 3.60 km |
| Cheepurupalle (ct) | North | 3.77 km |
| Dummeda | South | 4.00 km |
| Itikarlapalle | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Konda Lakshmipuram | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Purreyavalasa | North | 4.44 km |
| Konuru | South | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sivaram
Sivaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garividi, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.1 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vizianagaram to Sivaram is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sivaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sivaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sivaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sivaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sivaram
Where is Sivaram located?
Sivaram village is located in Garividi Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sivaram?
Sivaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sivaram?
The pincode of Sivaram is 535128.
What is the population of Sivaram?
Sivaram has a total population of 3,093, including 1,531 males and 1,562 females.
How many households are there in Sivaram?
There are 760 households in Sivaram.
What is the literacy rate in Sivaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sivaram is 41.74%. Male literacy is 48.92% and female literacy is 34.70%.