Kesarapalle - Gannavaram, Krishna
Kesarapalle is a village situated in the Gannavaram mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gannavaram and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Kesarapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kesarapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesarapalle is 589242. The village covers a total geographical area of 1770 hectares and falls under the 521102 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kesarapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kesarapalle
As per Census 2011, Kesarapalle village has a total population of 9,076 people, consisting of 4,490 males and 4,586 females. The village has 2,384 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 936 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,668 literate and 3,408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 304 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kesarapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,076 | 4,490 | 4,586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 936 | 489 | 447 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,224 | 1,089 | 1,135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 138 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 5,668 | 2,998 | 2,670 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,408 | 1,492 | 1,916 |
Nearby Villages of Kesarapalle
Kesarapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ajjampudi | East | 2.98 km |
| Tarigoppula Khandrika | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Velpuru | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Manthena | South | 3.81 km |
| Jakkulanekkalam | West | 3.92 km |
| Uppaluru | South | 4.07 km |
| Gudavalli | West | 4.13 km |
| Purushottapatnam | North | 4.34 km |
| Buddavaram | East | 4.49 km |
| Gannavaram | North-East | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kesarapalle
Kesarapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uppalur, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Kesarapalle is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Kesarapalle is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kesarapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesarapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kesarapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kesarapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kesarapalle
Where is Kesarapalle located?
Kesarapalle village is located in Gannavaram Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kesarapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Kesarapalle is Kesarapalli.
What is the pincode of Kesarapalle?
The pincode of Kesarapalle is 521102.
What is the population of Kesarapalle?
Kesarapalle has a total population of 9,076, including 4,490 males and 4,586 females.
How many households are there in Kesarapalle?
There are 2,384 households in Kesarapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Kesarapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesarapalle is 62.45%. Male literacy is 66.77% and female literacy is 58.22%.