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
As per Census 2011, Tempalle village has a total population of 2,661 people, consisting of 1,354 males and 1,307 females. The village has 712 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,196 literate and 1,465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tempalle are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,661, including 1,354 males and 1,307 females.
How many households are there in Tempalle?
There are 712 households in Tempalle.
What is the literacy rate in Tempalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tempalle is 44.95%. Male literacy is 49.93% and female literacy is 39.79%.