Karudevipalem - Rajavommangi, Polavaram
Karudevipalem is a village situated in the Rajavommangi mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Rajavommangi and around 76 km from Kakinada. Chikilinta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karudevipalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karudevipalem is 586932. The village covers a total geographical area of 417 hectares and falls under the 533436 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Karudevipalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karudevipalem
According to the 2011 Census, Karudevipalem village had a total population of 617 people, including 317 males and 300 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.10%, with male literacy at 30.31% and female literacy at 23.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 583.
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 | 617 | 317 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 30 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 583 | 301 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 87 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 230 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Karudevipalem
Karudevipalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikilinta | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Kondalingamparthi | South | 2.23 km |
| Kothapalle | South | 2.51 km |
| Pedagarrangi | East | 2.71 km |
| Vanchangi | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Komarapuram | North | 4.49 km |
| Aminabada | North-West | 4.55 km |
| Balijapadu | South-West | 5.41 km |
| Maredubaka | South-West | 5.49 km |
| Velangi | East | 7.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karudevipalem
Karudevipalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ravikampadu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.5 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 Peddapuram to Karudevipalem is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Karudevipalem is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karudevipalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karudevipalem 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 Karudevipalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karudevipalem 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 Karudevipalem
Where is Karudevipalem located?
Karudevipalem village is located in Rajavommangi Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karudevipalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Karudevipalem is Chikilinta.
What is the pincode of Karudevipalem?
The pincode of Karudevipalem is 533436.
What is the population of Karudevipalem?
Karudevipalem had a total population of 617, including 317 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Karudevipalem?
Karudevipalem had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karudevipalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karudevipalem was 27.10%. Male literacy was 30.31% and female literacy was 23.39%.