Ballapurai - Peda Bayalu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Ballapurai is a village situated in the Peda Bayalu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Peda Bayalu and around 170 km from Visakhapatnam. Laxmipeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ballapurai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ballapurai is 583689. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Ballapurai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ballapurai
As per Census 2011, Ballapurai village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 148 males and 146 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ballapurai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 148 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 292 | 147 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 44 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 104 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Ballapurai
Ballapurai 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 Ballapurai
Ballapurai 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 5-10 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 Ballapurai is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Ballapurai is about 170 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 Ballapurai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ballapurai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ballapurai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ballapurai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ballapurai
Where is Ballapurai located?
Ballapurai village is located in Peda Bayalu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ballapurai?
The Gram Panchayat of Ballapurai is Laxmipeta.
What is the pincode of Ballapurai?
The pincode of Ballapurai is 531040.
What is the population of Ballapurai?
Ballapurai has a total population of 294, including 148 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Ballapurai?
There are 66 households in Ballapurai.
What is the literacy rate in Ballapurai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ballapurai is 22.11%. Male literacy is 29.73% and female literacy is 14.38%.