Amalapuram - Narsipatnam, Anakapalli
Amalapuram is a village situated in the Narsipatnam mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Narsipatnam and around 84 km from Visakhapatnam. Amalapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amalapuram is 585799. The village covers a total geographical area of 1197 hectares and falls under the 531117 pincode. Tuni is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Amalapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amalapuram
As per Census 2011, Amalapuram village has a total population of 2,647 people, consisting of 1,303 males and 1,344 females. The village has 748 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,250 literate and 1,397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 222 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amalapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,647 | 1,303 | 1,344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 131 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 105 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 1,250 | 745 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,397 | 558 | 839 |
Nearby Villages of Amalapuram
Amalapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yellavaram Dondapeta | West | 2.59 km |
| Yerakannapalem | East | 3.04 km |
| Mulagapudi Bennavaram | North | 3.37 km |
| Vemulapudi | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Kesavaram Agraharam | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Donkada Agraharam | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Zilledipudi | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Duggada | North-East | 4.97 km |
| Bodapalem | South-East | 5.24 km |
| Jammavaram | North-West | 6.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amalapuram
Amalapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gullipadu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tuni to Amalapuram is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Amalapuram is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amalapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amalapuram 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 Amalapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amalapuram 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Amalapuram
Where is Amalapuram located?
Amalapuram village is located in Narsipatnam Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amalapuram?
Amalapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amalapuram?
The pincode of Amalapuram is 531117.
What is the population of Amalapuram?
Amalapuram has a total population of 2,647, including 1,303 males and 1,344 females.
How many households are there in Amalapuram?
There are 748 households in Amalapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Amalapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amalapuram is 47.22%. Male literacy is 57.18% and female literacy is 37.57%.