Gollalavalasa - Merakamudidam, Vizianagaram
Gollalavalasa is a village situated in the Merakamudidam mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Merakamudidam and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Gollalavalasa village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gollalavalasa is 582626. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 535102 pincode. Bobbili is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Gollalavalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gollalavalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Gollalavalasa village had a total population of 1,341 people, including 690 males and 651 females, living in 299 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.69%, with male literacy at 54.41% and female literacy at 36.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105.
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 | 1,341 | 690 | 651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 333 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 357 | 438 |
Nearby Villages of Gollalavalasa
Gollalavalasa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gollalavalasa
Gollalavalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gollalavalasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bobbili to Gollalavalasa is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Gollalavalasa is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gollalavalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gollalavalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gollalavalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gollalavalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gollalavalasa
Where is Gollalavalasa located?
Gollalavalasa village is located in Merakamudidam Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Gollalavalasa?
Gollalavalasa is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gollalavalasa?
The pincode of Gollalavalasa is 535102.
What is the population of Gollalavalasa?
Gollalavalasa had a total population of 1,341, including 690 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Gollalavalasa?
Gollalavalasa had 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gollalavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gollalavalasa was 45.69%. Male literacy was 54.41% and female literacy was 36.54%.