Kandulapalem - Paderu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Kandulapalem is a village situated in the Paderu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Paderu and around 119 km from Visakhapatnam. Vanthalamamidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandulapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandulapalem is 584734. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 531024 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Kandulapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kandulapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Kandulapalem village had a total population of 270 people, including 125 males and 145 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,160 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.95%, with male literacy at 57.89% and female literacy at 39.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 270.
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 | 270 | 125 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 270 | 125 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 66 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 59 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Kandulapalem
Kandulapalem 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 Kandulapalem
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kandulapalem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kandulapalem is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Kandulapalem is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandulapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandulapalem 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 Kandulapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandulapalem 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 Kandulapalem
Where is Kandulapalem located?
Kandulapalem village is located in Paderu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandulapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandulapalem is Vanthalamamidi.
What is the pincode of Kandulapalem?
The pincode of Kandulapalem is 531024.
What is the population of Kandulapalem?
Kandulapalem had a total population of 270, including 125 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Kandulapalem?
Kandulapalem had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandulapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandulapalem was 47.95%. Male literacy was 57.89% and female literacy was 39.23%.