Santhakaviti Mandal is a rural region in the central part of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It comes under the Palakonda revenue division and has a population of about 65,000 people living across roughly 50 villages, all in rural areas. Most families here depend on agriculture and related work, with small shops supporting everyday life in the villages.
Culturally, Santhakaviti is known for its strong temple tradition and devotional atmosphere. The mandal is home to important shrines dedicated to Lord Rama and Lord Ranganatha (a reclining form of Vishnu), which are regarded as sacred places by devotees from both Andhra Pradesh and Odisha.
Santhakaviti is easily accessible by all three major modes of transport—roadways, railways, and airways—which is a relief for many travel enthusiasts planning to visit the town.
Rajam APSRTC bus station and Ponduru APSRTC bus station are the nearest major bus stations to Santhakaviti. APSRTC operates several buses from major cities to Santhakaviti.
Railways remain one of the most affordable and preferred modes of travel in India, and Santhakaviti is connected through nearby stations such as Srikakulam Road and Ponduru railway stations.
For air travel, the nearest airports to Santhakaviti are Visakhapatnam Airport and Biju Patnaik Airport in Bhubaneswar, offering convenient regional and national connectivity.
The Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is an important Hindu temple, dedicated to Bhagwan Ranganatha, a divine form of Lord Vishnu. The main deity is worshipped in a reclining posture, symbolizing peace, protection, and cosmic balance. This temple holds great spiritual significance for the devotees who visit it for blessings.
The Lord Sree Rama Temple in Santhakaviti is a well-known shrine dedicated to Lord Rama. This temple is considered as one of the sacred places in the district, and devotees from both Odisha and Andhra Pradesh visit this temple to offer prayers and seek the blessings of Lord Rama.
| Bank Name | Bank Address |
|---|---|
| APGVB Honjaram Address | near Sri Vallabha Narayana Swamy Temple, Medamarty Village Road, Honjaram, Santhakaviti |
| Fino Payments Bank Honjaram Address | near Sri Sai Ram Temple, Mallayapeta, Gullaseetharampuram Ponduru Road, Santhakaviti |
| Bank Name | Bank IFSC Codes |
|---|---|
| APGVB Honjaram IFSC Code | APGV0001190 |
| Fino Payments Bank Honjaram |
| Bank Name | Bank Toll Free Numbers |
|---|---|
| APGVB Santhakaviti | 1800 121 0354 |
| Fino Payments Bank Santhakaviti | 022 6868 1414 |
