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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Damanapalle village has a total population of 727 people, consisting of 139 males and 588 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 4,230 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 587 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 672 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damanapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 727 | 139 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 gram panchayat of Damanapalle?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 727, including 139 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Damanapalle?
There are 112 households in Damanapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Damanapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damanapalle is 80.74%. Male literacy is 58.99% and female literacy is 85.88%.