Devara Palle - Parchur, Bapatla
Devara Palle is a village situated in the Parchur mandal of Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Parchur and around 62 km from Ongole. Devarapalli serves as the Grama Panchayat for Devara Palle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devara Palle is 590722. The village covers a total geographical area of 820 hectares and falls under the 523169 pincode. Chirala is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Devara Palle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devara Palle
According to the 2011 Census, Devara Palle village had a total population of 1,930 people, including 977 males and 953 females, living in 539 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.71%, with male literacy at 78.86% and female literacy at 62.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 788, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,930 | 977 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 83 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 788 | 403 | 385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,253 | 705 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 272 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Devara Palle
Devara Palle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uppalapadu | North | 2.75 km |
| Edubadu | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Kanthetivari Khandrika | West | 3.47 km |
| Palaparru | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Inagallu | South | 3.85 km |
| Gottipadu | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Gollapudi | East | 4.13 km |
| Cherukuru | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Annavaram | North | 5.05 km |
| Vinjanampadu | West | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devara Palle
Devara Palle 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 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chirala to Devara Palle is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Devara Palle is about 62 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 Devara Palle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devara Palle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devara Palle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devara Palle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devara Palle
Where is Devara Palle located?
Devara Palle village is located in Parchur Mandal, Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Devara Palle?
The Grama Panchayat of Devara Palle is Devarapalli.
What is the pincode of Devara Palle?
The pincode of Devara Palle is 523169.
What is the population of Devara Palle?
Devara Palle had a total population of 1,930, including 977 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Devara Palle?
Devara Palle had 539 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devara Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devara Palle was 70.71%. Male literacy was 78.86% and female literacy was 62.41%.