Dharapalle - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Dharapalle is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 176 km from Visakhapatnam. Kinchaiput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharapalle is 583383. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Dharapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Dharapalle village had a total population of 213 people, including 97 males and 116 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,196 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.78%, with male literacy at 50.62% and female literacy at 22.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 207.
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 | 213 | 97 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 94 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 41 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 56 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Dharapalle
Dharapalle 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 Dharapalle
Dharapalle 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypore(orissa) to Dharapalle is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Dharapalle is about 176 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dharapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharapalle 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dharapalle
Where is Dharapalle located?
Dharapalle village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharapalle is Kinchaiput.
What is the pincode of Dharapalle?
The pincode of Dharapalle is 531040.
What is the population of Dharapalle?
Dharapalle had a total population of 213, including 97 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Dharapalle?
Dharapalle had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharapalle was 34.78%. Male literacy was 50.62% and female literacy was 22.33%.