Marripalem - Dornala, Markapuram
Marripalem is a village situated in the Dornala mandal of Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Dornala and around 140 km from Ongole. Bodenaik Thanda serves as the Grama Panchayat for Marripalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marripalem is 590588. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 523331 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Marripalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marripalem
According to the 2011 Census, Marripalem village had a total population of 418 people, including 225 males and 193 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.82%, with male literacy at 66.48% and female literacy at 37.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 415.
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 | 418 | 225 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 415 | 224 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 119 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 106 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Marripalem
Marripalem is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Marripalem
Public transport in the Marripalem is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Marripalem is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Marripalem is about 140 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 Marripalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marripalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Marripalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marripalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Marripalem
Where is Marripalem located?
Marripalem village is located in Dornala Mandal, Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Marripalem?
The Grama Panchayat of Marripalem is Bodenaik Thanda.
What is the pincode of Marripalem?
The pincode of Marripalem is 523331.
What is the population of Marripalem?
Marripalem had a total population of 418, including 225 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Marripalem?
Marripalem had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marripalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marripalem was 52.82%. Male literacy was 66.48% and female literacy was 37.34%.