Balliparru - Gannavaram, Krishna
Balliparru is a village situated in the Gannavaram mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gannavaram and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Tempalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balliparru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balliparru is 589234. The village covers a total geographical area of 683 hectares and falls under the 521286 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Balliparru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balliparru
As per Census 2011, Balliparru village has a total population of 668 people, consisting of 342 males and 326 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 310 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balliparru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 668 | 342 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 120 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 172 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 170 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Balliparru
Balliparru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandarugudem | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Tempalle | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Veerapanenigudem | West | 2.86 km |
| Pottipadu | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Suravaram | North | 3.95 km |
| Ampapuram | East | 4.08 km |
| Metlapalle | North-West | 4.40 km |
| Atkuru | South | 5.00 km |
| Chikkavaram | West | 5.11 km |
| Sobhanadripuram | North-East | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Balliparru
Public transport in the Balliparru is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pedda Avutapale, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.2 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Balliparru is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Balliparru 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 Balliparru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balliparru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Balliparru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balliparru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Balliparru
Where is Balliparru located?
Balliparru village is located in Gannavaram Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balliparru?
The Gram Panchayat of Balliparru is Tempalli.
What is the pincode of Balliparru?
The pincode of Balliparru is 521286.
What is the population of Balliparru?
Balliparru has a total population of 668, including 342 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Balliparru?
There are 191 households in Balliparru.
What is the literacy rate in Balliparru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balliparru is 46.41%. Male literacy is 50.29% and female literacy is 42.33%.