Santhapalem - K.Kotapadu, Anakapalli
Santhapalem is a village situated in the K.Kotapadu mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from K.kotapadu and around 40 km from Visakhapatnam. Ksanthapalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santhapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santhapalem is 586024. The village covers a total geographical area of 407 hectares and falls under the 531034 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Santhapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santhapalem
As per Census 2011, Santhapalem village has a total population of 1,458 people, consisting of 739 males and 719 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 636 literate and 822 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santhapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,458 | 739 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 381 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 358 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Santhapalem
Santhapalem 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 Santhapalem
Santhapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Santhapalem is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Santhapalem is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santhapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santhapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santhapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santhapalem 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santhapalem
Where is Santhapalem located?
Santhapalem village is located in K.Kotapadu Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santhapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Santhapalem is Ksanthapalem.
What is the pincode of Santhapalem?
The pincode of Santhapalem is 531034.
What is the population of Santhapalem?
Santhapalem has a total population of 1,458, including 739 males and 719 females.
How many households are there in Santhapalem?
There are 343 households in Santhapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Santhapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santhapalem is 43.62%. Male literacy is 51.56% and female literacy is 35.47%.