Varathanapalle - Chinthapalli, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Varathanapalle is a village situated in the Chinthapalli mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Chintapalle and around 130 km from Visakhapatnam. Tammingulavalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Varathanapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varathanapalle is 585180. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 531111 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Varathanapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Varathanapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Varathanapalle village had a total population of 516 people, including 254 males and 262 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.36%, with male literacy at 37.98% and female literacy at 11.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 463.
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 | 516 | 254 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 463 | 230 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 79 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 175 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Varathanapalle
Varathanapalle 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 Varathanapalle
Public transport in the Varathanapalle 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 >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 Varathanapalle is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Varathanapalle is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varathanapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varathanapalle 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Varathanapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varathanapalle 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 Varathanapalle
Where is Varathanapalle located?
Varathanapalle village is located in Chinthapalli Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varathanapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Varathanapalle is Tammingulavalsa.
What is the pincode of Varathanapalle?
The pincode of Varathanapalle is 531111.
What is the population of Varathanapalle?
Varathanapalle had a total population of 516, including 254 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Varathanapalle?
Varathanapalle had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Varathanapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varathanapalle was 24.36%. Male literacy was 37.98% and female literacy was 11.66%.