Ugginapalem - Kasimkota, Anakapalli
Ugginapalem is a village situated in the Kasimkota mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Kasimkota and around 54 km from Visakhapatnam. Butchaiah Peta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ugginapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ugginapalem is 586325. The village covers a total geographical area of 1954 hectares and falls under the 531031 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ugginapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ugginapalem
As per Census 2011, Ugginapalem village has a total population of 4,654 people, consisting of 2,336 males and 2,318 females. The village has 1,129 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 543 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,341 literate and 2,313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ugginapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,654 | 2,336 | 2,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 543 | 294 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 139 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 20 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,341 | 1,344 | 997 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,313 | 992 | 1,321 |
Nearby Villages of Ugginapalem
Ugginapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tallapalem | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Singavaram | West | 2.79 km |
| Bayyavaram | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Gytulapalem | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Perantalapalem | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Mallam | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Narasapuram | South | 4.16 km |
| Tegada | East | 4.17 km |
| Gobburupalem | South | 4.18 km |
| Gobburu | South-West | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ugginapalem
Ugginapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bayyavaram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ugginapalem is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Ugginapalem is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ugginapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ugginapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ugginapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ugginapalem 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ugginapalem
Where is Ugginapalem located?
Ugginapalem village is located in Kasimkota Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ugginapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Ugginapalem is Butchaiah Peta.
What is the pincode of Ugginapalem?
The pincode of Ugginapalem is 531031.
What is the population of Ugginapalem?
Ugginapalem has a total population of 4,654, including 2,336 males and 2,318 females.
How many households are there in Ugginapalem?
There are 1,129 households in Ugginapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Ugginapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ugginapalem is 50.30%. Male literacy is 57.53% and female literacy is 43.01%.