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
According to the 2011 Census, Santhapalem village had a total population of 1,458 people, including 739 males and 719 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.56%, with male literacy at 59.81% and female literacy at 41.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,458, including 739 males and 719 females.
How many households are there in Santhapalem?
Santhapalem had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santhapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santhapalem was 50.56%. Male literacy was 59.81% and female literacy was 41.06%.