Vadapalle - Rampachodavaram, Polavaram
Vadapalle is a village situated in the Rampachodavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Rampachodavaram and around 96 km from Kakinada. Vadapalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadapalle is 587144. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 533288 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Vadapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vadapalle
As per Census 2011, Vadapalle village has a total population of 488 people, consisting of 196 males and 292 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 1,489 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 220 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 450 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 488 | 196 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 450 | 182 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 74 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 122 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Vadapalle
Vadapalle 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 Vadapalle
Vadapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Vadapalle is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Vadapalle is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadapalle
Where is Vadapalle located?
Vadapalle village is located in Rampachodavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadapalle?
Vadapalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadapalle?
The pincode of Vadapalle is 533288.
What is the population of Vadapalle?
Vadapalle has a total population of 488, including 196 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Vadapalle?
There are 138 households in Vadapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Vadapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadapalle is 45.08%. Male literacy is 37.76% and female literacy is 50.00%.