Marripalem - G.Madugula, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Marripalem is a village situated in the G.Madugula mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from G.madugula and around 163 km from Visakhapatnam. Vanjari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marripalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marripalem is 584924. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 531029 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 123 km away.
Marripalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marripalem
According to the 2011 Census, Marripalem village had a total population of 169 people, including 81 males and 88 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 9.02%, with male literacy at 13.64% and female literacy at 4.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 169 | 81 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 72 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Marripalem
Marripalem 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 Marripalem
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Marripalem.
| 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 Marripalem is about 123 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Marripalem is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marripalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marripalem 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 Marripalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marripalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marripalem
Where is Marripalem located?
Marripalem village is located in G.Madugula Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marripalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Marripalem is Vanjari.
What is the pincode of Marripalem?
The pincode of Marripalem is 531029.
What is the population of Marripalem?
Marripalem had a total population of 169, including 81 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Marripalem?
Marripalem had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marripalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marripalem was 9.02%. Male literacy was 13.64% and female literacy was 4.48%.