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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Papineni Palle village had a total population of 4,713 people, including 2,428 males and 2,285 females, living in 1,170 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.76%, with male literacy at 72.88% and female literacy at 48.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 465, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 254.
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 | 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 Grama Panchayat of Papineni Palle?
The Grama 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 had a total population of 4,713, including 2,428 males and 2,285 females.
How many households are there in Papineni Palle?
Papineni Palle had 1,170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papineni Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papineni Palle was 60.76%. Male literacy was 72.88% and female literacy was 48.28%.