Papayya Palem - Anakapalli
Papayya Palem is a village situated in the Anakapalli mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Anakapalle and around 57 km from Visakhapatnam. Papayyapalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papayya Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papayya Palem is 586178. The village covers a total geographical area of 389 hectares and falls under the 531032 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Papayya Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Papayya Palem
As per Census 2011, Papayya Palem village has a total population of 626 people, consisting of 321 males and 305 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 270 literate and 356 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papayya Palem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 626 | 321 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 164 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 157 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Papayya Palem
Papayya Palem is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kondupalem | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Papayya Santha Palem | West | 1.88 km |
| Makavaram | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Nallaregulapalem | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Chintanippula Agraharam | South | 2.95 km |
| Narapadu | East | 3.34 km |
| Mamidipalem | West | 3.66 km |
| Allikhanudupalem | West | 3.83 km |
| Marturu | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Rebaka | South | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Papayya Palem
Papayya Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Anakapalle, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Papayya Palem is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Papayya Palem is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papayya Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papayya Palem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Papayya Palem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papayya Palem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Papayya Palem
Where is Papayya Palem located?
Papayya Palem village is located in Anakapalli Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papayya Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of Papayya Palem is Papayyapalem.
What is the pincode of Papayya Palem?
The pincode of Papayya Palem is 531032.
What is the population of Papayya Palem?
Papayya Palem has a total population of 626, including 321 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Papayya Palem?
There are 155 households in Papayya Palem.
What is the literacy rate in Papayya Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papayya Palem is 43.13%. Male literacy is 51.09% and female literacy is 34.75%.