Devarapalle - Ravulapalem, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema
Devarapalle is a village situated in the Ravulapalem mandal of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Ravulapalem and around 76 km from Kakinada. Devarapalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devarapalle is 587677. The village covers a total geographical area of 828 hectares and falls under the 533223 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Devarapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devarapalle
As per Census 2011, Devarapalle village has a total population of 8,293 people, consisting of 4,242 males and 4,051 females. The village has 2,369 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 801 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,379 literate and 2,914 illiterate residents. Additionally, 975 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devarapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,293 | 4,242 | 4,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 801 | 410 | 391 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 975 | 494 | 481 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 5,379 | 2,985 | 2,394 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,914 | 1,257 | 1,657 |
Nearby Villages of Devarapalle
Devarapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vedireswaram | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Ithakota | West | 2.47 km |
| Mandapalle | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Kothapeta | East | 3.39 km |
| Mummidivarappadu | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Palivela | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Komaraju Lanka | North | 3.54 km |
| Ganti | South | 4.83 km |
| Lakshmipolavaram | North-West | 4.89 km |
| Gopalapuram | South-West | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devarapalle
Devarapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tanuku, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Devarapalle is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Devarapalle is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devarapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devarapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devarapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devarapalle 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devarapalle
Where is Devarapalle located?
Devarapalle village is located in Ravulapalem Mandal, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devarapalle?
Devarapalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devarapalle?
The pincode of Devarapalle is 533223.
What is the population of Devarapalle?
Devarapalle has a total population of 8,293, including 4,242 males and 4,051 females.
How many households are there in Devarapalle?
There are 2,369 households in Devarapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Devarapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devarapalle is 64.86%. Male literacy is 70.37% and female literacy is 59.10%.