Pragada Palle - Polavaram, Eluru
Pragada Palle is a village situated in the Polavaram mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Polavaram and around 100 km from Eluru. Pragadapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pragada Palle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pragada Palle is 588106. The village covers a total geographical area of 866 hectares and falls under the 534318 pincode. Kovvur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Pragada Palle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pragada Palle
As per Census 2011, Pragada Palle village has a total population of 3,126 people, consisting of 1,571 males and 1,555 females. The village has 920 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,805 literate and 1,321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 943 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pragada Palle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,126 | 1,571 | 1,555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 188 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 205 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 943 | 483 | 460 |
| Literate Population | 1,805 | 933 | 872 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,321 | 638 | 683 |
Nearby Villages of Pragada Palle
Pragada Palle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dondapudi | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Nagampalem | West | 3.28 km |
| Vinjaram | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Venkatapuram | East | 4.09 km |
| Sagipadu | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Gangolu | South | 4.89 km |
| Lakshminarayana Devipeta | West | 6.03 km |
| Saripallekunta | West | 6.14 km |
| Pattisam | East | 6.81 km |
| Polavaram | North-East | 6.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pragada Palle
Pragada Palle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pasivedala, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kovvur to Pragada Palle is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Pragada Palle is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pragada Palle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pragada Palle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pragada Palle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pragada Palle 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pragada Palle
Where is Pragada Palle located?
Pragada Palle village is located in Polavaram Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pragada Palle?
The Gram Panchayat of Pragada Palle is Pragadapalli.
What is the pincode of Pragada Palle?
The pincode of Pragada Palle is 534318.
What is the population of Pragada Palle?
Pragada Palle has a total population of 3,126, including 1,571 males and 1,555 females.
How many households are there in Pragada Palle?
There are 920 households in Pragada Palle.
What is the literacy rate in Pragada Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pragada Palle is 57.74%. Male literacy is 59.39% and female literacy is 56.08%.