Dhulipudi - Nagaram, Bapatla
Dhulipudi is a village situated in the Nagaram mandal of Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Nagaram and around 64 km from Guntur. Addankivaripalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhulipudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhulipudi is 590487. The village covers a total geographical area of 1686 hectares and falls under the 522258 pincode. Repalle is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dhulipudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhulipudi
As per Census 2011, Dhulipudi village has a total population of 7,881 people, consisting of 3,956 males and 3,925 females. The village has 2,408 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 599 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,987 literate and 2,894 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,907 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhulipudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,881 | 3,956 | 3,925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 599 | 304 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,907 | 990 | 917 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 60 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 4,987 | 2,783 | 2,204 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,894 | 1,173 | 1,721 |
Nearby Villages of Dhulipudi
Dhulipudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thotapalle | North | 2.28 km |
| Eletipalem | South | 2.87 km |
| Rajavolu | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Pamidimarru | East | 3.37 km |
| Peddavaram | North | 3.52 km |
| Nagaram | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Pallekona | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Pallapatla | South | 4.94 km |
| Muthupalle Agraharam | South-West | 5.54 km |
| Konetipuram | North-East | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhulipudi
Dhulipudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Palikona, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.0 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 Repalle to Dhulipudi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Dhulipudi is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhulipudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhulipudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhulipudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhulipudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhulipudi
Where is Dhulipudi located?
Dhulipudi village is located in Nagaram Mandal, Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhulipudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhulipudi is Addankivaripalem.
What is the pincode of Dhulipudi?
The pincode of Dhulipudi is 522258.
What is the population of Dhulipudi?
Dhulipudi has a total population of 7,881, including 3,956 males and 3,925 females.
How many households are there in Dhulipudi?
There are 2,408 households in Dhulipudi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhulipudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhulipudi is 63.28%. Male literacy is 70.35% and female literacy is 56.15%.