Bollu Palle - Ardhaveedu, Markapuram
Bollu Palle is a village situated in the Ardhaveedu mandal of Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Ardhaveedu and around 141 km from Ongole. Bollupalli serves as the Grama Panchayat for Bollu Palle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bollu Palle is 590877. The village covers a total geographical area of 1268 hectares and falls under the 523335 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Bollu Palle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bollu Palle
According to the 2011 Census, Bollu Palle village had a total population of 2,368 people, including 1,202 males and 1,166 females, living in 587 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.98%, with male literacy at 64.66% and female literacy at 36.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 706, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 2,368 | 1,202 | 1,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 141 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 706 | 356 | 350 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,063 | 686 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,305 | 516 | 789 |
Nearby Villages of Bollu Palle
Bollu Palle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Papineni Palle | South | 3.74 km |
| Ardhaveedu | South-East | 5.35 km |
| Gannepalle | East | 7.81 km |
| Yerraguntla | South | 8.93 km |
| Donakonda | South-East | 9.36 km |
| Velagalapaya | North-East | 9.43 km |
| Ayyavari Palle | East | 13.56 km |
| Peda Kandukur | South-East | 13.63 km |
| Akaveedu | South | 15.01 km |
| Magutur | East | 16.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bollu Palle
Bollu Palle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaggambotla Krishnapuram, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Markapur to Bollu Palle is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Bollu Palle is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bollu Palle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bollu Palle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bollu Palle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bollu Palle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bollu Palle
Where is Bollu Palle located?
Bollu Palle village is located in Ardhaveedu Mandal, Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Bollu Palle?
The Grama Panchayat of Bollu Palle is Bollupalli.
What is the pincode of Bollu Palle?
The pincode of Bollu Palle is 523335.
What is the population of Bollu Palle?
Bollu Palle had a total population of 2,368, including 1,202 males and 1,166 females.
How many households are there in Bollu Palle?
Bollu Palle had 587 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bollu Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bollu Palle was 50.98%. Male literacy was 64.66% and female literacy was 36.82%.