Tempalle - Gannavaram, Krishna
Tempalle is a village situated in the Gannavaram mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gannavaram and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Tempalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tempalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tempalle is 589235. The village covers a total geographical area of 677 hectares and falls under the 521286 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Tempalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tempalle
According to the 2011 Census, Tempalle village had a total population of 2,661 people, including 1,354 males and 1,307 females, living in 712 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.66%, with male literacy at 56.10% and female literacy at 44.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 2,661 | 1,354 | 1,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 149 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,196 | 676 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,465 | 678 | 787 |
Nearby Villages of Tempalle
Tempalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Veerapanenigudem | North | 2.52 km |
| Balliparru | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Bahubalendrunigudem | West | 3.45 km |
| Gannavaram | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Pottipadu | East | 3.79 km |
| Chikkavaram | North-West | 4.08 km |
| China Avutapalle | South | 4.24 km |
| Atkuru | South-East | 4.67 km |
| Venkatanarasimhapuram | West | 4.68 km |
| Peda Avutapalle | South-East | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tempalle
Tempalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 93.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Tempalle is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Tempalle is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tempalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tempalle 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 Tempalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tempalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tempalle
Where is Tempalle located?
Tempalle village is located in Gannavaram Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tempalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Tempalle is Tempalli.
What is the pincode of Tempalle?
The pincode of Tempalle is 521286.
What is the population of Tempalle?
Tempalle had a total population of 2,661, including 1,354 males and 1,307 females.
How many households are there in Tempalle?
Tempalle had 712 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tempalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tempalle was 50.66%. Male literacy was 56.10% and female literacy was 44.98%.