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
As per Census 2011, Surampalle village has a total population of 7,789 people, consisting of 4,001 males and 3,788 females. The village has 2,237 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 783 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,610 literate and 3,179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,854 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 421 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surampalle are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 7,789, including 4,001 males and 3,788 females.
How many households are there in Surampalle?
There are 2,237 households in Surampalle.
What is the literacy rate in Surampalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surampalle is 59.19%. Male literacy is 63.31% and female literacy is 54.83%.