Akurajupalle - Machavaram, Palnadu
Akurajupalle is a village situated in the Machavaram mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Machavaram and around 80 km from Guntur. Akurajupalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akurajupalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akurajupalle is 589885. The village covers a total geographical area of 2476 hectares and falls under the 522435 pincode. Piduguralla is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Akurajupalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akurajupalle
As per Census 2011, Akurajupalle village has a total population of 10,417 people, consisting of 5,266 males and 5,151 females. The village has 2,706 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,907 literate and 5,510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 590 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Akurajupalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,417 | 5,266 | 5,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,134 | 559 | 575 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,256 | 608 | 648 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 590 | 297 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 4,907 | 3,023 | 1,884 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,510 | 2,243 | 3,267 |
Nearby Villages of Akurajupalle
Akurajupalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Machavaram | South | 4.22 km |
| Srirukminipuram | South-East | 4.89 km |
| Tadutla | North | 5.17 km |
| Emmajigudem | East | 5.81 km |
| Pinnelli | West | 6.47 km |
| Mallavolu | South | 6.49 km |
| Bodanam | North-East | 6.64 km |
| Pillutla | South-East | 6.85 km |
| Chennayapalem | North-West | 7.42 km |
| Vemavaram | North-West | 7.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akurajupalle
Akurajupalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kamepalli, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Piduguralla to Akurajupalle is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Akurajupalle is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akurajupalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akurajupalle 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 Akurajupalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akurajupalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akurajupalle
Where is Akurajupalle located?
Akurajupalle village is located in Machavaram Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akurajupalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Akurajupalle is Akurajupalli.
What is the pincode of Akurajupalle?
The pincode of Akurajupalle is 522435.
What is the population of Akurajupalle?
Akurajupalle has a total population of 10,417, including 5,266 males and 5,151 females.
How many households are there in Akurajupalle?
There are 2,706 households in Akurajupalle.
What is the literacy rate in Akurajupalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akurajupalle is 47.11%. Male literacy is 57.41% and female literacy is 36.58%.