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
According to the 2011 Census, Punuvalasa village had a total population of 912 people, including 472 males and 440 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.41%, with male literacy at 45.07% and female literacy at 25.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 912 | 472 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 912, including 472 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Punuvalasa?
Punuvalasa had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punuvalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punuvalasa was 35.41%. Male literacy was 45.07% and female literacy was 25.13%.