Surampalle - Gannavaram, Krishna
Surampalle is a village situated in the Gannavaram mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gannavaram and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Maadalavarigudem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surampalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surampalle is 589227. The village covers a total geographical area of 2139 hectares and falls under the 521212 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Surampalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surampalle
According to the 2011 Census, Surampalle village had a total population of 7,789 people, including 4,001 males and 3,788 females, living in 2,237 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.80%, with male literacy at 69.86% and female literacy at 61.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,854, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 421.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,789 | 4,001 | 3,788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 783 | 375 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,854 | 1,494 | 1,360 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 421 | 221 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 4,610 | 2,533 | 2,077 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,179 | 1,468 | 1,711 |
Nearby Villages of Surampalle
Surampalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramachandrapuram | South | 3.02 km |
| Kondapavuluru | East | 3.86 km |
| Gopavarapugudem | East | 4.45 km |
| Kanasanapalle | North-East | 4.69 km |
| Adivinekkalam | North | 4.90 km |
| Gollanapalle | East | 6.08 km |
| Thotapalle | North-East | 6.68 km |
| Pothavarappadu | North | 7.03 km |
| Venkatanarasimhapuram | East | 7.03 km |
| Purushottapatnam | South-East | 7.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surampalle
Surampalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mustabada, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.3 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Surampalle is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Surampalle is about 82 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 Surampalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surampalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surampalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surampalle 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Surampalle
Where is Surampalle located?
Surampalle village is located in Gannavaram Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surampalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Surampalle is Maadalavarigudem.
What is the pincode of Surampalle?
The pincode of Surampalle is 521212.
What is the population of Surampalle?
Surampalle had a total population of 7,789, including 4,001 males and 3,788 females.
How many households are there in Surampalle?
Surampalle had 2,237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surampalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surampalle was 65.80%. Male literacy was 69.86% and female literacy was 61.45%.