Dappepalle - Lakkireddipalli, Annamayya
Dappepalle is a village situated in the Lakkireddipalli mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Lakkireddipalle and around 53 km from Kadapa. Dappepalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dappepalle is 593549. The village covers a total geographical area of 2790 hectares and falls under the 516267 pincode. Rayachoti is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dappepalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dappepalle
As per Census 2011, Dappepalle village has a total population of 3,536 people, consisting of 1,783 males and 1,753 females. The village has 978 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 494 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,745 literate and 1,791 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dappepalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,536 | 1,783 | 1,753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 256 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 150 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,745 | 1,093 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,791 | 690 | 1,101 |
Nearby Villages of Dappepalle
Dappepalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pulikunta | South-West | 5.61 km |
| Surabhi | North-West | 6.11 km |
| Somabotlapalle | South-East | 6.30 km |
| Brahmana Yerragudi | North | 6.70 km |
| Lakkireddipalle | East | 6.96 km |
| Kurnoothala | South-East | 8.06 km |
| Gotlamitta | West | 8.91 km |
| Guntimadugu | South | 9.15 km |
| Maddirevula | South-East | 9.18 km |
| Dinnepadu | North-East | 9.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dappepalle
Dappepalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Cuddapah, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| 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 Rayachoti to Dappepalle is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Dappepalle is about 53 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 Dappepalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dappepalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dappepalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dappepalle 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dappepalle
Where is Dappepalle located?
Dappepalle village is located in Lakkireddipalli Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dappepalle?
Dappepalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dappepalle?
The pincode of Dappepalle is 516267.
What is the population of Dappepalle?
Dappepalle has a total population of 3,536, including 1,783 males and 1,753 females.
How many households are there in Dappepalle?
There are 978 households in Dappepalle.
What is the literacy rate in Dappepalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dappepalle is 49.35%. Male literacy is 61.30% and female literacy is 37.19%.