Retla Palle - Bestavaripeta, Markapuram
Retla Palle is a village situated in the Bestavaripeta mandal of Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Bestawaripeta and around 100 km from Ongole. P.obinenipalli serves as the Grama Panchayat for Retla Palle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Retla Palle is 591157. The village covers a total geographical area of 493 hectares and falls under the 523370 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Retla Palle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Retla Palle
According to the 2011 Census, Retla Palle village had a total population of 553 people, including 280 males and 273 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.91%, with male literacy at 73.03% and female literacy at 44.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 553 | 280 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 75 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 176 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 104 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Retla Palle
Retla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peda Obeneni Palle | South | 2.25 km |
| Rolagam Padu | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Golla Palle | East | 3.12 km |
| Auranga Bad | West | 3.14 km |
| China Obeneni Palle | South | 3.70 km |
| Lanja Kota | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Ravipadu | West | 4.56 km |
| Dathara Krishnapuram | South-West | 4.59 km |
| Meerja Peta | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Bondala Padu | North | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Retla Palle
Retla Palle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Cumbum, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Retla Palle is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Retla Palle is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Retla Palle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Retla Palle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Retla 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 Retla Palle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Retla Palle
Where is Retla Palle located?
Retla Palle village is located in Bestavaripeta Mandal, Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Retla Palle?
The Grama Panchayat of Retla Palle is P.obinenipalli.
What is the pincode of Retla Palle?
The pincode of Retla Palle is 523370.
What is the population of Retla Palle?
Retla Palle had a total population of 553, including 280 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Retla Palle?
Retla Palle had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Retla Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Retla Palle was 58.91%. Male literacy was 73.03% and female literacy was 44.49%.