Gondupalem - K.Kotapadu, Anakapalli
Gondupalem is a village situated in the K.Kotapadu mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from K.kotapadu and around 48 km from Visakhapatnam. Gondupalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondupalem is 586020. The village covers a total geographical area of 699 hectares and falls under the 531034 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gondupalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gondupalem
As per Census 2011, Gondupalem village has a total population of 2,926 people, consisting of 1,441 males and 1,485 females. The village has 777 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,380 literate and 1,546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gondupalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,926 | 1,441 | 1,485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 176 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,380 | 854 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,546 | 587 | 959 |
Nearby Villages of Gondupalem
Gondupalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gullepalle | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Rongalinaidupalle | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Paidampeta | West | 2.68 km |
| Kintada | East | 3.14 km |
| Medicherla | North | 3.23 km |
| Arle | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Chowduvada | South | 3.90 km |
| Garugubilli | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Mulakalapalle | North-West | 4.60 km |
| Kothapenta | North-West | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gondupalem
Gondupalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kottavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Anakapalle to Gondupalem is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Gondupalem is about 48 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 Gondupalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondupalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gondupalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gondupalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gondupalem
Where is Gondupalem located?
Gondupalem village is located in K.Kotapadu Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gondupalem?
Gondupalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gondupalem?
The pincode of Gondupalem is 531034.
What is the population of Gondupalem?
Gondupalem has a total population of 2,926, including 1,441 males and 1,485 females.
How many households are there in Gondupalem?
There are 777 households in Gondupalem.
What is the literacy rate in Gondupalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondupalem is 47.16%. Male literacy is 59.26% and female literacy is 35.42%.