Punuvalasa - Therlam, Vizianagaram
Punuvalasa is a village situated in the Therlam mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Therlam and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Punuvalasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punuvalasa is 582602. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 532127 pincode. Rajam is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Punuvalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punuvalasa
As per Census 2011, Punuvalasa village has a total population of 912 people, consisting of 472 males and 440 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 279 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punuvalasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 912 | 472 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 183 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 289 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Punuvalasa
Punuvalasa 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 Punuvalasa
Punuvalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajam to Punuvalasa is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Punuvalasa is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punuvalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punuvalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Punuvalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punuvalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Punuvalasa
Where is Punuvalasa located?
Punuvalasa village is located in Therlam Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punuvalasa?
Punuvalasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punuvalasa?
The pincode of Punuvalasa is 532127.
What is the population of Punuvalasa?
Punuvalasa has a total population of 912, including 472 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Punuvalasa?
There are 202 households in Punuvalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Punuvalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punuvalasa is 30.59%. Male literacy is 38.77% and female literacy is 21.82%.