Pusalapalem - Chinthapalli, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Pusalapalem is a village situated in the Chinthapalli mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Chintapalle and around 153 km from Visakhapatnam. Tammingulavalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pusalapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pusalapalem is 585170. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 531111 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 113 km away.
Pusalapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pusalapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Pusalapalem village had a total population of 144 people, including 72 males and 72 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.01%, with male literacy at 31.75% and female literacy at 30.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 134.
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 | 144 | 72 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 65 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 52 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Pusalapalem
Pusalapalem 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 Pusalapalem
Public transport in the Pusalapalem is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Anakapalle to Pusalapalem is about 113 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Pusalapalem is about 153 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pusalapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pusalapalem 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pusalapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pusalapalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pusalapalem
Where is Pusalapalem located?
Pusalapalem village is located in Chinthapalli Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pusalapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Pusalapalem is Tammingulavalsa.
What is the pincode of Pusalapalem?
The pincode of Pusalapalem is 531111.
What is the population of Pusalapalem?
Pusalapalem had a total population of 144, including 72 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Pusalapalem?
Pusalapalem had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pusalapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pusalapalem was 31.01%. Male literacy was 31.75% and female literacy was 30.30%.