Prakasaraopalem - Nallajerla, East Godavari
Prakasaraopalem is a village situated in the Nallajerla mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Nallajerla and around 55 km from Eluru. Prakasaraopalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prakasaraopalem is 588251. The village covers a total geographical area of 1129 hectares and falls under the 534112 pincode. Tadepallegudem is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Prakasaraopalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Prakasaraopalem
As per Census 2011, Prakasaraopalem village has a total population of 4,721 people, consisting of 2,385 males and 2,336 females. The village has 1,342 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 483 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,021 literate and 1,700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prakasaraopalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,721 | 2,385 | 2,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 255 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,427 | 724 | 703 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 3,021 | 1,528 | 1,493 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,700 | 857 | 843 |
Nearby Villages of Prakasaraopalem
Prakasaraopalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telikicherla | East | 3.00 km |
| Chodavaram (west) | North | 3.36 km |
| Avapadu | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Venkatramannagudem | South-East | 5.43 km |
| Marellamudi | West | 5.44 km |
| Gundepalle @ Chodavaram(east) | North-East | 5.59 km |
| Jaggannapeta | South-East | 5.66 km |
| Kunavaram | East | 5.92 km |
| Cheepurugudem | North-West | 6.33 km |
| Veerampalem | East | 6.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Prakasaraopalem
Prakasaraopalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badampudi, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tadepallegudem to Prakasaraopalem is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Prakasaraopalem is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prakasaraopalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prakasaraopalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Prakasaraopalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prakasaraopalem 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Prakasaraopalem
Where is Prakasaraopalem located?
Prakasaraopalem village is located in Nallajerla Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prakasaraopalem?
Prakasaraopalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Prakasaraopalem?
The pincode of Prakasaraopalem is 534112.
What is the population of Prakasaraopalem?
Prakasaraopalem has a total population of 4,721, including 2,385 males and 2,336 females.
How many households are there in Prakasaraopalem?
There are 1,342 households in Prakasaraopalem.
What is the literacy rate in Prakasaraopalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prakasaraopalem is 63.99%. Male literacy is 64.07% and female literacy is 63.91%.