Andalapalle - Atchuthapuram, Anakapalli
Andalapalle is a village situated in the Atchuthapuram mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Atchutapuram and around 50 km from Visakhapatnam. Kondakarla serves as the Grama Panchayat for Andalapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andalapalle is 586385. The village covers a total geographical area of 435 hectares and falls under the 531033 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Andalapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Andalapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Andalapalle village had a total population of 2,427 people, including 1,216 males and 1,211 females, living in 643 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.88%, with male literacy at 64.33% and female literacy at 47.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,427 | 1,216 | 1,211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 162 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,192 | 678 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,235 | 538 | 697 |
Nearby Villages of Andalapalle
Andalapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kondakarla | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Cheemalapalle | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Haripalem | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Vadrapalle | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Somavaram | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Thimmarajupeta | North | 3.00 km |
| Yerravaram | West | 3.15 km |
| Chodapalle | South | 3.19 km |
| Thimmarajupeta | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Mallavaram | North-East | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andalapalle
Andalapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kasimkota, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Andalapalle is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Andalapalle is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andalapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andalapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Andalapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andalapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andalapalle
Where is Andalapalle located?
Andalapalle village is located in Atchuthapuram Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Andalapalle?
The Grama Panchayat of Andalapalle is Kondakarla.
What is the pincode of Andalapalle?
The pincode of Andalapalle is 531033.
What is the population of Andalapalle?
Andalapalle had a total population of 2,427, including 1,216 males and 1,211 females.
How many households are there in Andalapalle?
Andalapalle had 643 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andalapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andalapalle was 55.88%. Male literacy was 64.33% and female literacy was 47.64%.