Palamamidi - Hukumpeta, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Palamamidi is a village situated in the Hukumpeta mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Hukumpeta and around 172 km from Visakhapatnam. Durgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palamamidi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palamamidi is 584575. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 531077 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 113 km away.
Palamamidi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palamamidi
According to the 2011 Census, Palamamidi village had a total population of 160 people, including 75 males and 85 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,133 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.49%, with male literacy at 25.40% and female literacy at 5.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 160.
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 | 160 | 75 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 75 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 16 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 59 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Palamamidi
Palamamidi 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 Palamamidi
Palamamidi 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 <5 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 Palamamidi is about 113 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Palamamidi is about 172 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palamamidi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palamamidi 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 Palamamidi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palamamidi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palamamidi
Where is Palamamidi located?
Palamamidi village is located in Hukumpeta Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palamamidi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palamamidi is Durgam.
What is the pincode of Palamamidi?
The pincode of Palamamidi is 531077.
What is the population of Palamamidi?
Palamamidi had a total population of 160, including 75 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Palamamidi?
Palamamidi had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palamamidi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palamamidi was 14.49%. Male literacy was 25.40% and female literacy was 5.33%.