Marripalem - Gangavaram, Polavaram
Marripalem is a village situated in the Gangavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Gangavaram and around 118 km from Kakinada. Marripalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marripalem is 587079. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 533428 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Marripalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marripalem
As per Census 2011, Marripalem village has a total population of 637 people, consisting of 314 males and 323 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 386 illiterate residents. Additionally, 599 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marripalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 637 | 314 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 599 | 295 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 148 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 166 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Marripalem
Marripalem 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 Marripalem
Marripalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Marripalem is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Marripalem is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marripalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marripalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Marripalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marripalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marripalem
Where is Marripalem located?
Marripalem village is located in Gangavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marripalem?
Marripalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Marripalem?
The pincode of Marripalem is 533428.
What is the population of Marripalem?
Marripalem has a total population of 637, including 314 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Marripalem?
There are 181 households in Marripalem.
What is the literacy rate in Marripalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marripalem is 39.40%. Male literacy is 47.13% and female literacy is 31.89%.