Gavinivari Palem - Chirala, Bapatla
Gavinivari Palem is a village situated in the Chirala mandal of Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Chirala and around 70 km from Ongole. Devinuthala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gavinivari Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gavinivari Palem is 591017. The village covers a total geographical area of 2139 hectares and falls under the 523157 pincode. Chirala is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gavinivari Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gavinivari Palem
As per Census 2011, Gavinivari Palem village has a total population of 12,108 people, consisting of 6,110 males and 5,998 females. The village has 3,431 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,867 literate and 6,241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gavinivari Palem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,108 | 6,110 | 5,998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,381 | 735 | 646 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,163 | 580 | 583 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 5,867 | 3,423 | 2,444 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,241 | 2,687 | 3,554 |
Nearby Villages of Gavinivari Palem
Gavinivari Palem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ipuru Palem (part) | West | 4.35 km |
| Maruproluvaripalem (r) | North-East | 4.92 km |
| Adivi | East | 5.57 km |
| Murukondapadu | North-West | 7.15 km |
| Kankatapalem | North | 8.01 km |
| Wada | North-West | 8.46 km |
| Jammulapalem | North | 10.74 km |
| Mulapalem | North-East | 11.33 km |
| Narasayapalem | North | 12.53 km |
| Cheruvu | North | 12.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gavinivari Palem
Gavinivari Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Stuartpuram, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chirala to Gavinivari Palem is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Gavinivari Palem is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gavinivari Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gavinivari Palem 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 Gavinivari Palem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gavinivari Palem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gavinivari Palem
Where is Gavinivari Palem located?
Gavinivari Palem village is located in Chirala Mandal, Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gavinivari Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of Gavinivari Palem is Devinuthala.
What is the pincode of Gavinivari Palem?
The pincode of Gavinivari Palem is 523157.
What is the population of Gavinivari Palem?
Gavinivari Palem has a total population of 12,108, including 6,110 males and 5,998 females.
How many households are there in Gavinivari Palem?
There are 3,431 households in Gavinivari Palem.
What is the literacy rate in Gavinivari Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gavinivari Palem is 48.46%. Male literacy is 56.02% and female literacy is 40.75%.