Garapenta - Pullalacheruvu, Markapuram
Garapenta is a village situated in the Pullalacheruvu mandal of Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Pullalacheruvu and around 168 km from Ongole. Garapenta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garapenta is 590554. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 523328 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Garapenta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garapenta
As per Census 2011, Garapenta village has a total population of 789 people, consisting of 404 males and 385 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 781 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garapenta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 789 | 404 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 111 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 781 | 401 | 380 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 235 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 169 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Garapenta
Garapenta 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 Garapenta
Garapenta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Markapur to Garapenta is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Garapenta is about 168 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garapenta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garapenta 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garapenta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garapenta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garapenta
Where is Garapenta located?
Garapenta village is located in Pullalacheruvu Mandal, Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garapenta?
Garapenta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garapenta?
The pincode of Garapenta is 523328.
What is the population of Garapenta?
Garapenta has a total population of 789, including 404 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Garapenta?
There are 190 households in Garapenta.
What is the literacy rate in Garapenta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garapenta is 52.47%. Male literacy is 58.17% and female literacy is 46.49%.