Papayapalem - Bellamkonda, Palnadu
Papayapalem is a village situated in the Bellamkonda mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Bellamkonda and around 64 km from Guntur. Papayapalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papayapalem is 589899. The village covers a total geographical area of 712 hectares and falls under the 522411 pincode. Piduguralla is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Papayapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Papayapalem
As per Census 2011, Papayapalem village has a total population of 3,699 people, consisting of 1,937 males and 1,762 females. The village has 865 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,606 literate and 2,093 illiterate residents. Additionally, 592 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papayapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,699 | 1,937 | 1,762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 226 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 309 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 36 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,606 | 1,070 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,093 | 867 | 1,226 |
Nearby Villages of Papayapalem
Papayapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Konanki | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Pillutla | West | 4.16 km |
| Machayapalem | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Mannesultanpalem | North | 4.57 km |
| Chandrajupalem | East | 4.81 km |
| Srirukminipuram | North-West | 5.89 km |
| Emmajigudem | North-West | 6.46 km |
| Bellamkonda | South-East | 7.12 km |
| Chowtapapayapalem | South | 7.55 km |
| Kubadpuram | South | 8.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Papayapalem
Papayapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anupalem, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.5 km.
| 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 Piduguralla to Papayapalem is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Papayapalem is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papayapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papayapalem 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 Papayapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papayapalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Papayapalem
Where is Papayapalem located?
Papayapalem village is located in Bellamkonda Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papayapalem?
Papayapalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Papayapalem?
The pincode of Papayapalem is 522411.
What is the population of Papayapalem?
Papayapalem has a total population of 3,699, including 1,937 males and 1,762 females.
How many households are there in Papayapalem?
There are 865 households in Papayapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Papayapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papayapalem is 43.42%. Male literacy is 55.24% and female literacy is 30.42%.