Yerrampalem - Gangavaram, Polavaram
Yerrampalem is a village situated in the Gangavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Gangavaram and around 79 km from Kakinada. Kothada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yerrampalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yerrampalem is 587100. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 533284 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Yerrampalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Yerrampalem
According to the 2011 Census, Yerrampalem village had a total population of 110 people, including 49 males and 61 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,245 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.98%, with male literacy at 54.35% and female literacy at 48.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 110 | 49 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 45 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 24 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Yerrampalem
Yerrampalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothada | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Doramamidi | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Amudalabanda | North | 2.62 km |
| Donelapalle | South | 3.52 km |
| Surampalem | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Padagarlapadu | East | 4.07 km |
| Rajampalem | North | 4.28 km |
| Chinagarlapadu | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Gangavaram | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Kamavarappadu | South | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yerrampalem
Yerrampalem is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Yerrampalem is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Yerrampalem is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yerrampalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yerrampalem 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Yerrampalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yerrampalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Yerrampalem
Where is Yerrampalem located?
Yerrampalem village is located in Gangavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yerrampalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Yerrampalem is Kothada.
What is the pincode of Yerrampalem?
The pincode of Yerrampalem is 533284.
What is the population of Yerrampalem?
Yerrampalem had a total population of 110, including 49 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Yerrampalem?
Yerrampalem had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yerrampalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yerrampalem was 50.98%. Male literacy was 54.35% and female literacy was 48.21%.