Sompalle - Mulakalacheruvu, Annamayya
Sompalle is a village situated in the Mulakalacheruvu mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Mulakalacheruvu and around 150 km from Chittoor. Konetivaripalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sompalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sompalle is 595603. The village covers a total geographical area of 4233 hectares and falls under the 517390 pincode. Madanapalle is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Sompalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sompalle
As per Census 2011, Sompalle village has a total population of 6,366 people, consisting of 3,199 males and 3,167 females. The village has 1,644 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 662 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,397 literate and 2,969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 895 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sompalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,366 | 3,199 | 3,167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 662 | 361 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 895 | 449 | 446 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 3,397 | 2,043 | 1,354 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,969 | 1,156 | 1,813 |
Nearby Villages of Sompalle
Sompalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mulakalacheruvu | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Gudupalle | North | 4.82 km |
| T.sowdasamudram | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Cheekatimanipalle | West | 5.70 km |
| Diguvapalem | East | 6.21 km |
| T.sadum | North-West | 6.38 km |
| Kadirinathunikota | South | 6.51 km |
| Chennappagaripalle | North | 6.71 km |
| Agraharampalle | North | 7.17 km |
| Nayanicheruvupalle | South-West | 7.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sompalle
Sompalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mulacalacheruvu, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 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 Madanapalle to Sompalle is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Sompalle is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sompalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sompalle 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 Sompalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sompalle 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 Sompalle
Where is Sompalle located?
Sompalle village is located in Mulakalacheruvu Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sompalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Sompalle is Konetivaripalli.
What is the pincode of Sompalle?
The pincode of Sompalle is 517390.
What is the population of Sompalle?
Sompalle has a total population of 6,366, including 3,199 males and 3,167 females.
How many households are there in Sompalle?
There are 1,644 households in Sompalle.
What is the literacy rate in Sompalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sompalle is 53.36%. Male literacy is 63.86% and female literacy is 42.75%.