Damanapalle - Devipatnam, Polavaram
Damanapalle is a village situated in the Devipatnam mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Devipatnam and around 106 km from Kakinada. V.ramannapalem serves as the Grama Panchayat for Damanapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damanapalle is 586620. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Damanapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damanapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Damanapalle village had a total population of 727 people, including 139 males and 588 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 4,230 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.86%, with male literacy at 64.06% and female literacy at 88.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 672.
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 | 727 | 139 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 672 | 123 | 549 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 82 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 57 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Damanapalle
Damanapalle 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 Damanapalle
Damanapalle 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Damanapalle is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Damanapalle is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damanapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damanapalle 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Damanapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damanapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Damanapalle
Where is Damanapalle located?
Damanapalle village is located in Devipatnam Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Damanapalle?
The Grama Panchayat of Damanapalle is V.ramannapalem.
What is the pincode of Damanapalle?
The pincode of Damanapalle is 533288.
What is the population of Damanapalle?
Damanapalle had a total population of 727, including 139 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Damanapalle?
Damanapalle had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damanapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damanapalle was 83.86%. Male literacy was 64.06% and female literacy was 88.29%.