Devarapalle Village - Thotlavalluru, Krishna
Devarapalle is a village situated in the Thotlavalluru mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thotlavalluru and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Devarapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devarapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devarapalle is 589525. The village covers a total geographical area of 981 hectares and falls under the 521163 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Devarapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devarapalle
As per Census 2011, Devarapalle village has a total population of 2,710 people, consisting of 1,325 males and 1,385 females. The village has 900 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,671 literate and 1,039 illiterate residents. Additionally, 540 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devarapalle are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,710 | 1,325 | 1,385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 111 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 260 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,671 | 842 | 829 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,039 | 483 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Devarapalle
Devarapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhurapuram | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Chagantipadu | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Gurivindapalle | East | 2.51 km |
| Mulakalapalle | South | 2.64 km |
| Bommuvaripalem | West | 3.19 km |
| Penamakuru | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Fathelanka | East | 4.23 km |
| Iluru | South | 4.26 km |
| Meduru | South-East | 4.67 km |
| Annavaram | South | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devarapalle
Devarapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Zampini, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Devarapalle is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Devarapalle is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devarapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devarapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devarapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devarapalle 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 Devarapalle
Where is Devarapalle located?
Devarapalle village is located in Thotlavalluru Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devarapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Devarapalle is Devarapalli.
What is the pincode of Devarapalle?
The pincode of Devarapalle is 521163.
What is the population of Devarapalle?
Devarapalle has a total population of 2,710, including 1,325 males and 1,385 females.
How many households are there in Devarapalle?
There are 900 households in Devarapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Devarapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devarapalle is 61.66%. Male literacy is 63.55% and female literacy is 59.86%.