Somyajulapalle - Orvakal, Kurnool
Somyajulapalle is a village situated in the Orvakal mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orvakal and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Somayajulapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somyajulapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somyajulapalle is 594037. The village covers a total geographical area of 1296 hectares and falls under the 518010 pincode. Kurnool is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Somyajulapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somyajulapalle
As per Census 2011, Somyajulapalle village has a total population of 2,063 people, consisting of 1,048 males and 1,015 females. The village has 466 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 998 literate and 1,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 434 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somyajulapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,063 | 1,048 | 1,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 124 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 229 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 998 | 614 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 434 | 631 |
Nearby Villages of Somyajulapalle
Somyajulapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Komarolu | South | 3.60 km |
| Kalva | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Palakolanu | North-West | 3.94 km |
| N.konthalapadu | North | 6.23 km |
| Emboy | South-West | 6.54 km |
| Husainapuram | North | 6.72 km |
| Uppalapadu | North-West | 7.32 km |
| Thammarajupalle | South-East | 7.51 km |
| Bukkapuram | West | 8.09 km |
| Guttapadu | North | 8.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somyajulapalle
Somyajulapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is B Cement Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurnool to Somyajulapalle is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somyajulapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somyajulapalle 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 Somyajulapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somyajulapalle 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 Somyajulapalle
Where is Somyajulapalle located?
Somyajulapalle village is located in Orvakal Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somyajulapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Somyajulapalle is Somayajulapalli.
What is the pincode of Somyajulapalle?
The pincode of Somyajulapalle is 518010.
What is the population of Somyajulapalle?
Somyajulapalle has a total population of 2,063, including 1,048 males and 1,015 females.
How many households are there in Somyajulapalle?
There are 466 households in Somyajulapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Somyajulapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somyajulapalle is 48.38%. Male literacy is 58.59% and female literacy is 37.83%.