Gadelapalem - Gokavaram, East Godavari
Gadelapalem is a village situated in the Gokavaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gokavaram and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Gadelapalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadelapalem is 587227. The village covers a total geographical area of 938 hectares and falls under the 533286 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Gadelapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadelapalem
As per Census 2011, Gadelapalem village has a total population of 3,506 people, consisting of 1,765 males and 1,741 females. The village has 1,056 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 418 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,897 literate and 1,609 illiterate residents. Additionally, 757 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadelapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,506 | 1,765 | 1,741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 222 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 757 | 363 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,897 | 977 | 920 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,609 | 788 | 821 |
Nearby Villages of Gadelapalem
Gadelapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodleddupalem | West | 2.61 km |
| Raghavapuram | South | 2.94 km |
| Thantikonda | East | 3.07 km |
| Indukuru | North | 3.43 km |
| Atchutapuram | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Kotikesavaram | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Sarabhavaram | North-West | 4.77 km |
| Peda Bheempalle | North-East | 4.96 km |
| Srirangapatnam | South | 5.45 km |
| Gokavaram | East | 5.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadelapalem
Gadelapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.7 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 Gadelapalem is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Gadelapalem is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadelapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadelapalem 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 Gadelapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadelapalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadelapalem
Where is Gadelapalem located?
Gadelapalem village is located in Gokavaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadelapalem?
Gadelapalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadelapalem?
The pincode of Gadelapalem is 533286.
What is the population of Gadelapalem?
Gadelapalem has a total population of 3,506, including 1,765 males and 1,741 females.
How many households are there in Gadelapalem?
There are 1,056 households in Gadelapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Gadelapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadelapalem is 54.11%. Male literacy is 55.35% and female literacy is 52.84%.