Palacharla - Rajanagaram, East Godavari
Palacharla is a village situated in the Rajanagaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajanagaram and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Diwancheruvu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palacharla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palacharla is 587412. The village covers a total geographical area of 2792 hectares and falls under the 533102 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Palacharla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palacharla
According to the 2011 Census, Palacharla village had a total population of 24,593 people, including 12,334 males and 12,259 females, living in 6,548 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.13%, with male literacy at 80.02% and female literacy at 76.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4,063, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 225.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,593 | 12,334 | 12,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,485 | 1,254 | 1,231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,063 | 1,998 | 2,065 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 112 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 17,274 | 8,866 | 8,408 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,319 | 3,468 | 3,851 |
Nearby Villages of Palacharla
Palacharla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Srikrishnapatnam | South-East | 4.48 km |
| Bhupalapatnam | South | 5.90 km |
| Patha Thungapadu | South-East | 7.89 km |
| Kanavaram | East | 8.85 km |
| G. Yerrampalem | South-East | 8.97 km |
| South Thirupathi Rajapuram | North-East | 9.63 km |
| Hundeswarapuram | North-West | 9.95 km |
| Burugupudi | North | 10.05 km |
| Thokada | South-East | 10.20 km |
| Dosakayalapalle | North | 10.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palacharla
Palacharla 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 6.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Palacharla is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Palacharla is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palacharla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palacharla 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 Palacharla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palacharla 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palacharla
Where is Palacharla located?
Palacharla village is located in Rajanagaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palacharla?
The Gram Panchayat of Palacharla is Diwancheruvu.
What is the pincode of Palacharla?
The pincode of Palacharla is 533102.
What is the population of Palacharla?
Palacharla had a total population of 24,593, including 12,334 males and 12,259 females.
How many households are there in Palacharla?
Palacharla had 6,548 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palacharla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palacharla was 78.13%. Male literacy was 80.02% and female literacy was 76.24%.