Aswaraopalem - Avanigadda, Krishna
Aswaraopalem is a village situated in the Avanigadda mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Avanigadda and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Aswaraopalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aswaraopalem is 589776. The village covers a total geographical area of 825 hectares and falls under the 521122 pincode. Repalle is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Aswaraopalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aswaraopalem
As per Census 2011, Aswaraopalem village has a total population of 2,187 people, consisting of 1,189 males and 998 females. The village has 664 households and a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,418 literate and 769 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aswaraopalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,187 | 1,189 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 106 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 77 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,418 | 795 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 769 | 394 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Aswaraopalem
Aswaraopalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Modumudi | North | 2.08 km |
| Vekanuru | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Machavaram | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Nangegadda | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Avanigadda | North-West | 5.02 km |
| Lingareddipalem | East | 5.23 km |
| Chiruvolu Lanka | North | 5.27 km |
| Bhavadevarapalle | South | 5.71 km |
| Edlanka | West | 5.97 km |
| Nagayatippa | North-West | 6.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aswaraopalem
Aswaraopalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Repalle, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Repalle to Aswaraopalem is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Aswaraopalem is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aswaraopalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aswaraopalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aswaraopalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aswaraopalem 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Aswaraopalem
Where is Aswaraopalem located?
Aswaraopalem village is located in Avanigadda Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aswaraopalem?
Aswaraopalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aswaraopalem?
The pincode of Aswaraopalem is 521122.
What is the population of Aswaraopalem?
Aswaraopalem has a total population of 2,187, including 1,189 males and 998 females.
How many households are there in Aswaraopalem?
There are 664 households in Aswaraopalem.
What is the literacy rate in Aswaraopalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aswaraopalem is 64.84%. Male literacy is 66.86% and female literacy is 62.42%.