Devarapalle - Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Devarapalle is a village situated in the Araku Valley mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Araku Valley and around 130 km from Visakhapatnam. Baski serves as the Grama Panchayat for Devarapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devarapalle is 584040. The village covers a total geographical area of 443 hectares and falls under the 531149 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Devarapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devarapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Devarapalle village had a total population of 681 people, including 321 males and 360 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.99%, with male literacy at 54.23% and female literacy at 22.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 672.
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 | 681 | 321 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 37 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 672 | 317 | 355 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 154 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 167 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Devarapalle
Devarapalle 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 Devarapalle
Devarapalle 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Devarapalle is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devarapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devarapalle 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Devarapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devarapalle 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devarapalle
Where is Devarapalle located?
Devarapalle village is located in Araku Valley Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Devarapalle?
The Grama Panchayat of Devarapalle is Baski.
What is the pincode of Devarapalle?
The pincode of Devarapalle is 531149.
What is the population of Devarapalle?
Devarapalle had a total population of 681, including 321 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Devarapalle?
Devarapalle had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devarapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devarapalle was 37.99%. Male literacy was 54.23% and female literacy was 22.77%.