Degalapalem - Chinthapalli, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Degalapalem is a village situated in the Chinthapalli mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Chintapalle and around 135 km from Visakhapatnam. Kothapalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Degalapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Degalapalem is 585217. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 531111 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Degalapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Degalapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Degalapalem village had a total population of 96 people, including 39 males and 57 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,462 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.26%, with male literacy at 17.65% and female literacy at 4.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 96 | 39 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 38 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 33 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Degalapalem
Degalapalem 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 Degalapalem
Public transport in the Degalapalem is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Degalapalem is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Degalapalem is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Degalapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Degalapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Degalapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Degalapalem 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 Degalapalem
Where is Degalapalem located?
Degalapalem village is located in Chinthapalli Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Degalapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Degalapalem is Kothapalem.
What is the pincode of Degalapalem?
The pincode of Degalapalem is 531111.
What is the population of Degalapalem?
Degalapalem had a total population of 96, including 39 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Degalapalem?
Degalapalem had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Degalapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Degalapalem was 10.26%. Male literacy was 17.65% and female literacy was 4.55%.