Darapalle - Vararamachandrapuram, Polavaram
Darapalle is a village situated in the Vararamachandrapuram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from V.r.puram and around 190 km from Khammam. Jediguppa serves as the Grama Panchayat for Darapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darapalle is 579285. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 533349 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Darapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Darapalle village had a total population of 99 people, including 48 males and 51 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.47%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 59.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 23 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Darapalle
Darapalle 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 Darapalle
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Darapalle.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Palwancha to Darapalle is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Darapalle is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darapalle 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darapalle
Where is Darapalle located?
Darapalle village is located in Vararamachandrapuram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Darapalle?
The Grama Panchayat of Darapalle is Jediguppa.
What is the pincode of Darapalle?
The pincode of Darapalle is 533349.
What is the population of Darapalle?
Darapalle had a total population of 99, including 48 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Darapalle?
Darapalle had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darapalle was 57.47%. Male literacy was 55.56% and female literacy was 59.52%.