Manepalle - P.Gannavaram, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema
Manepalle is a village situated in the P.Gannavaram mandal of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from P.gannavaram and around 92 km from Kakinada. Manepalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manepalle is 587796. The village covers a total geographical area of 1075 hectares and falls under the 533249 pincode. Amalapuram is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Manepalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gannavaram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amalapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manepalle
As per Census 2011, Manepalle village has a total population of 11,069 people, consisting of 5,537 males and 5,532 females. The village has 3,069 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,015 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,216 literate and 2,853 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,401 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manepalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,069 | 5,537 | 5,532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,015 | 536 | 479 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,401 | 2,191 | 2,210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 8,216 | 4,305 | 3,911 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,853 | 1,232 | 1,621 |
Nearby Villages of Manepalle
Manepalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vainateya Kothapalle | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Vadrevupalle | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Pedapatnam | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Mondepu Lanka | North | 3.16 km |
| Yenugupalle | North | 3.83 km |
| Appanapalle | East | 4.14 km |
| Thatipaka | South | 4.26 km |
| Nagaram | South | 4.41 km |
| Bhimalapuram | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Lankalagannavaram | North | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manepalle
Manepalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Palakollu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 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 Amalapuram to Manepalle is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Manepalle is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manepalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manepalle 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 Manepalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manepalle 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Manepalle
Where is Manepalle located?
Manepalle village is located in P.Gannavaram Mandal, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manepalle?
Manepalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manepalle?
The pincode of Manepalle is 533249.
What is the population of Manepalle?
Manepalle has a total population of 11,069, including 5,537 males and 5,532 females.
How many households are there in Manepalle?
There are 3,069 households in Manepalle.
What is the literacy rate in Manepalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manepalle is 74.23%. Male literacy is 77.75% and female literacy is 70.70%.