Pokalapalem - Koyyuru, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Pokalapalem is a village situated in the Koyyuru mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Koyyuru and around 135 km from Visakhapatnam. Budaralla serves as the Grama Panchayat for Pokalapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokalapalem is 585567. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 531087 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Pokalapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pokalapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Pokalapalem village had a total population of 643 people, including 288 males and 355 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,233 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.35%, with male literacy at 30.77% and female literacy at 10.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 634.
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 | 643 | 288 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 634 | 286 | 348 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 72 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 216 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Pokalapalem
Pokalapalem 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 Pokalapalem
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pokalapalem.
| 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 Pokalapalem is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Pokalapalem is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokalapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokalapalem 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 Pokalapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokalapalem 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 Pokalapalem
Where is Pokalapalem located?
Pokalapalem village is located in Koyyuru Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Pokalapalem?
The Grama Panchayat of Pokalapalem is Budaralla.
What is the pincode of Pokalapalem?
The pincode of Pokalapalem is 531087.
What is the population of Pokalapalem?
Pokalapalem had a total population of 643, including 288 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Pokalapalem?
Pokalapalem had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokalapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokalapalem was 19.35%. Male literacy was 30.77% and female literacy was 10.24%.