Gandepalle - Kanchikacherla, Ntr
Gandepalle is a village situated in the Kanchikacherla mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Kanchikacherla and around 126 km from Machilipatnam. Gandepalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandepalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandepalle is 589152. The village covers a total geographical area of 1066 hectares and falls under the 521185 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gandepalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gandepalle
As per Census 2011, Gandepalle village has a total population of 3,476 people, consisting of 1,711 males and 1,765 females. The village has 964 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,953 literate and 1,523 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,838 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandepalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,476 | 1,711 | 1,765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 192 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,838 | 925 | 913 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,953 | 1,085 | 868 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,523 | 626 | 897 |
Nearby Villages of Gandepalle
Gandepalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keesara | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Bodavada | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Nandaluru | North | 2.40 km |
| Perakalapadu | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Saidapuram | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Tatigummi | North | 3.39 km |
| Jammavaram | East | 3.78 km |
| Raghavapuram | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Gokarajupalle | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Ponnavaram | East | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gandepalle
Gandepalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Errupalem, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Gandepalle is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Gandepalle is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandepalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandepalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gandepalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandepalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandepalle
Where is Gandepalle located?
Gandepalle village is located in Kanchikacherla Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandepalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandepalle is Gandepalli.
What is the pincode of Gandepalle?
The pincode of Gandepalle is 521185.
What is the population of Gandepalle?
Gandepalle has a total population of 3,476, including 1,711 males and 1,765 females.
How many households are there in Gandepalle?
There are 964 households in Gandepalle.
What is the literacy rate in Gandepalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandepalle is 56.19%. Male literacy is 63.41% and female literacy is 49.18%.