Komaripalem - Biccavolu, East Godavari
Komaripalem is a village situated in the Biccavolu mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biccavolu and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Komaripalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Komaripalem is 587533. The village covers a total geographical area of 685 hectares and falls under the 533346 pincode. Ramachandrapuram is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Komaripalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Komaripalem
As per Census 2011, Komaripalem village has a total population of 6,479 people, consisting of 3,187 males and 3,292 females. The village has 1,995 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 618 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,269 literate and 2,210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 957 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Komaripalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,479 | 3,187 | 3,292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 618 | 325 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 957 | 463 | 494 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 4,269 | 2,190 | 2,079 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,210 | 997 | 1,213 |
Nearby Villages of Komaripalem
Komaripalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tossipudi | East | 1.08 km |
| Koppavaram | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Pandalapaka | East | 2.74 km |
| Mahendrawada | South | 3.11 km |
| Anaparthy | West | 3.86 km |
| Kapavaram | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Balabhadrapuram | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Polamuru | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Vedurupaka | South-East | 4.89 km |
| Lolla | South | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Komaripalem
Komaripalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balabhadrapuram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ramachandrapuram to Komaripalem is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Komaripalem is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Komaripalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Komaripalem 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 Komaripalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Komaripalem 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 Komaripalem
Where is Komaripalem located?
Komaripalem village is located in Biccavolu Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Komaripalem?
Komaripalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Komaripalem?
The pincode of Komaripalem is 533346.
What is the population of Komaripalem?
Komaripalem has a total population of 6,479, including 3,187 males and 3,292 females.
How many households are there in Komaripalem?
There are 1,995 households in Komaripalem.
What is the literacy rate in Komaripalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Komaripalem is 65.89%. Male literacy is 68.72% and female literacy is 63.15%.