Donelapalle - Gangavaram, Polavaram
Donelapalle is a village situated in the Gangavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Gangavaram and around 60 km from Kakinada. Surampalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Donelapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donelapalle is 587107. The village covers a total geographical area of 585 hectares and falls under the 533285 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Donelapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Donelapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Donelapalle village had a total population of 192 people, including 85 males and 107 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,259 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.44%, with male literacy at 56.34% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 192 | 85 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 74 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 40 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 45 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Donelapalle
Donelapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamavarappadu | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Rajupetaloddi | South | 1.82 km |
| Kondalampalem | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Surampalem | East | 2.43 km |
| Kothada | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Yamanapalle | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Neeladonelapadu | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Yerrampalem | North | 3.52 km |
| Patharamavaram | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Rajavaram | South | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Donelapalle
Public transport in the Donelapalle is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Donelapalle is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Donelapalle is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donelapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donelapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Donelapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donelapalle 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 Donelapalle
Where is Donelapalle located?
Donelapalle village is located in Gangavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Donelapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Donelapalle is Surampalem.
What is the pincode of Donelapalle?
The pincode of Donelapalle is 533285.
What is the population of Donelapalle?
Donelapalle had a total population of 192, including 85 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Donelapalle?
Donelapalle had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Donelapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donelapalle was 56.44%. Male literacy was 56.34% and female literacy was 56.52%.