Ducharapalem - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Ducharapalem is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 148 km from Visakhapatnam. Rinthada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ducharapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ducharapalem is 585527. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Ducharapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ducharapalem
As per Census 2011, Ducharapalem village has a total population of 543 people, consisting of 290 males and 253 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 446 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ducharapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 543 | 290 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 241 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 137 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 153 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Ducharapalem
Ducharapalem 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 Ducharapalem
Ducharapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Ducharapalem is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Ducharapalem is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ducharapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ducharapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ducharapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ducharapalem 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ducharapalem
Where is Ducharapalem located?
Ducharapalem village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ducharapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Ducharapalem is Rinthada.
What is the pincode of Ducharapalem?
The pincode of Ducharapalem is 531133.
What is the population of Ducharapalem?
Ducharapalem has a total population of 543, including 290 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Ducharapalem?
There are 129 households in Ducharapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Ducharapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ducharapalem is 37.38%. Male literacy is 47.24% and female literacy is 26.09%.