Damanapalle - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Damanapalle is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 160 km from Visakhapatnam. Damanapalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damanapalle is 585547. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 150 km away.
Damanapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damanapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Damanapalle village had a total population of 688 people, including 348 males and 340 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.58%, with male literacy at 50.67% and female literacy at 24.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 680.
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 | 688 | 348 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 680 | 343 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 152 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 196 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Damanapalle
Damanapalle 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 Damanapalle
Damanapalle 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 >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 Damanapalle is about 150 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Damanapalle is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damanapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damanapalle 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 Damanapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damanapalle 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 Damanapalle
Where is Damanapalle located?
Damanapalle village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damanapalle?
Damanapalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Damanapalle?
The pincode of Damanapalle is 531133.
What is the population of Damanapalle?
Damanapalle had a total population of 688, including 348 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Damanapalle?
Damanapalle had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damanapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damanapalle was 37.58%. Male literacy was 50.67% and female literacy was 24.32%.