Appilepalle - Kundurpi, Ananthapuramu
Appilepalle is a village situated in the Kundurpi mandal of Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Kundurpi and around 98 km from Anantapur. Appilepalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Appilepalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Appilepalle is 595122. The village covers a total geographical area of 2772 hectares and falls under the 515766 pincode. Rayadurg is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Appilepalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Appilepalle
As per Census 2011, Appilepalle village has a total population of 3,559 people, consisting of 1,768 males and 1,791 females. The village has 815 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 374 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,900 literate and 1,659 illiterate residents. Additionally, 754 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Appilepalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,559 | 1,768 | 1,791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 168 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 754 | 365 | 389 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,900 | 1,138 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,659 | 630 | 1,029 |
Nearby Villages of Appilepalle
Appilepalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kundurpi | South-West | 4.70 km |
| Kariganipalle | North-East | 5.63 km |
| Lakshmanpalle | North | 5.66 km |
| Bestharapalle | South-East | 5.80 km |
| Basapuram | West | 6.50 km |
| Marammanahalli | South-East | 8.50 km |
| S.mallapuram | South-West | 9.00 km |
| Nijavalli | North-East | 9.09 km |
| Khairevu | North | 9.47 km |
| Jambugumpala | South | 9.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Appilepalle
Appilepalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Challakere, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rayadurg to Appilepalle is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Appilepalle is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Appilepalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Appilepalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Appilepalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Appilepalle 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 Appilepalle
Where is Appilepalle located?
Appilepalle village is located in Kundurpi Mandal, Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Appilepalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Appilepalle is Appilepalli.
What is the pincode of Appilepalle?
The pincode of Appilepalle is 515766.
What is the population of Appilepalle?
Appilepalle has a total population of 3,559, including 1,768 males and 1,791 females.
How many households are there in Appilepalle?
There are 815 households in Appilepalle.
What is the literacy rate in Appilepalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Appilepalle is 53.39%. Male literacy is 64.37% and female literacy is 42.55%.