Alamanda - Jami, Vizianagaram
Alamanda is a village situated in the Jami mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jami and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Alamanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alamanda is 583102. The village covers a total geographical area of 1427 hectares and falls under the 535240 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Alamanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srungavarapukota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Visakhapatnam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alamanda
As per Census 2011, Alamanda village has a total population of 5,948 people, consisting of 2,987 males and 2,961 females. The village has 1,503 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 540 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,097 literate and 2,851 illiterate residents. Additionally, 586 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alamanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,948 | 2,987 | 2,961 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 540 | 277 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 298 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,097 | 1,830 | 1,267 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,851 | 1,157 | 1,694 |
Nearby Villages of Alamanda
Alamanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirikipalem | West | 2.20 km |
| Godikommu | North | 2.40 km |
| Godikommu Singavaram | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Bheemali | West | 2.87 km |
| Kirla | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Pedaraopalle | South | 2.89 km |
| Chinaraopalle | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Gandhavaram | East | 3.17 km |
| Thimmapuram | East | 3.21 km |
| Lotlapalle | North-East | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alamanda
Alamanda 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 96.0 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vizianagaram to Alamanda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alamanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alamanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alamanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alamanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alamanda
Where is Alamanda located?
Alamanda village is located in Jami Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alamanda?
Alamanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alamanda?
The pincode of Alamanda is 535240.
What is the population of Alamanda?
Alamanda has a total population of 5,948, including 2,987 males and 2,961 females.
How many households are there in Alamanda?
There are 1,503 households in Alamanda.
What is the literacy rate in Alamanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alamanda is 52.07%. Male literacy is 61.27% and female literacy is 42.79%.