Papineni Palle - Ardhaveedu, Markapuram
Papineni Palle is a village situated in the Ardhaveedu mandal of Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from Ardhaveedu and around 138 km from Ongole. Papinenipalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papineni Palle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papineni Palle is 590878. The village covers a total geographical area of 2282 hectares and falls under the 523335 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Papineni Palle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Papineni Palle
As per Census 2011, Papineni Palle village has a total population of 4,713 people, consisting of 2,428 males and 2,285 females. The village has 1,170 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 592 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,504 literate and 2,209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 465 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 254 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papineni Palle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,713 | 2,428 | 2,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 592 | 337 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 465 | 243 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 130 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 2,504 | 1,524 | 980 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,209 | 904 | 1,305 |
Nearby Villages of Papineni Palle
Papineni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bollu Palle | North | 3.74 km |
| Ardhaveedu | East | 4.18 km |
| Yerraguntla | South | 5.19 km |
| Donakonda | East | 8.31 km |
| Gannepalle | North-East | 9.62 km |
| Akaveedu | South | 11.27 km |
| Peda Kandukur | East | 12.38 km |
| Ayyavari Palle | East | 12.71 km |
| Velagalapaya | North | 12.93 km |
| Lingapuram Khandrika | South-East | 13.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Papineni Palle
Papineni 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 48.0 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 Papineni Palle is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Papineni Palle is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papineni Palle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papineni Palle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Papineni 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 Papineni Palle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Papineni Palle
Where is Papineni Palle located?
Papineni Palle village is located in Ardhaveedu Mandal, Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papineni Palle?
The Gram Panchayat of Papineni Palle is Papinenipalli.
What is the pincode of Papineni Palle?
The pincode of Papineni Palle is 523335.
What is the population of Papineni Palle?
Papineni Palle has a total population of 4,713, including 2,428 males and 2,285 females.
How many households are there in Papineni Palle?
There are 1,170 households in Papineni Palle.
What is the literacy rate in Papineni Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papineni Palle is 53.13%. Male literacy is 62.77% and female literacy is 42.89%.