Guntupalle - Ballikurava, Prakasam
Guntupalle is a village situated in the Ballikurava mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ballikurava and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Guntupalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guntupalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guntupalle is 590687. The village covers a total geographical area of 1891 hectares and falls under the 523301 pincode. Chilakaluripet is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Guntupalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Guntupalle
As per Census 2011, Guntupalle village has a total population of 4,680 people, consisting of 2,266 males and 2,414 females. The village has 1,199 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,639 literate and 2,041 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guntupalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,680 | 2,266 | 2,414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 216 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,137 | 524 | 613 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 2,639 | 1,457 | 1,182 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,041 | 809 | 1,232 |
Nearby Villages of Guntupalle
Guntupalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Valla Palle | South | 3.67 km |
| Ballikurava | North | 4.28 km |
| Mukteswaram | North-West | 4.91 km |
| Nagaraju Palle | East | 4.96 km |
| Jangamaheswarapuram | South | 5.03 km |
| Vaidana | West | 5.46 km |
| Chennupalle | North-West | 5.69 km |
| Valaparla | South-East | 5.91 km |
| Konidena | North-East | 5.96 km |
| Sankaralingam Gudipadu | West | 6.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guntupalle
Guntupalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Santamagulur, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chilakaluripet to Guntupalle is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Guntupalle is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guntupalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guntupalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Guntupalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guntupalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guntupalle
Where is Guntupalle located?
Guntupalle village is located in Ballikurava Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guntupalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Guntupalle is Guntupalli.
What is the pincode of Guntupalle?
The pincode of Guntupalle is 523301.
What is the population of Guntupalle?
Guntupalle has a total population of 4,680, including 2,266 males and 2,414 females.
How many households are there in Guntupalle?
There are 1,199 households in Guntupalle.
What is the literacy rate in Guntupalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guntupalle is 56.39%. Male literacy is 64.30% and female literacy is 48.96%.