Skinnerapuram - Attili, West Godavari
Skinnerapuram is a village situated in the Attili mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attili and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Skinnerapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Skinnerapuram is 588560. The village covers a total geographical area of 471 hectares and falls under the 534230 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Skinnerapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Skinnerapuram
As per Census 2011, Skinnerapuram village has a total population of 2,035 people, consisting of 1,019 males and 1,016 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,429 literate and 606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 605 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Skinnerapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,035 | 1,019 | 1,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 113 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 605 | 299 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,429 | 753 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 606 | 266 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Skinnerapuram
Skinnerapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Unikili | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Korukollu | West | 2.14 km |
| Aravalli | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Kanchumarru | North | 2.73 km |
| Mogallu | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Vendra Agraharam | South | 3.32 km |
| Eduru | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Andaluru | East | 3.54 km |
| Kondepudi | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Vendra | South | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Skinnerapuram
Skinnerapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aravalli, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimavaram to Skinnerapuram is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Skinnerapuram is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Skinnerapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Skinnerapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Skinnerapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Skinnerapuram 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Skinnerapuram
Where is Skinnerapuram located?
Skinnerapuram village is located in Attili Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Skinnerapuram?
Skinnerapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Skinnerapuram?
The pincode of Skinnerapuram is 534230.
What is the population of Skinnerapuram?
Skinnerapuram has a total population of 2,035, including 1,019 males and 1,016 females.
How many households are there in Skinnerapuram?
There are 554 households in Skinnerapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Skinnerapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Skinnerapuram is 70.22%. Male literacy is 73.90% and female literacy is 66.54%.