Koppera Palem - Ballikurava, Prakasam
Koppera Palem is a village situated in the Ballikurava mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ballikurava and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Kopperapalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koppera Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koppera Palem is 590679. The village covers a total geographical area of 796 hectares and falls under the 523302 pincode. Narasaraopet is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Koppera Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Koppera Palem
According to the 2011 Census, Koppera Palem village had a total population of 2,517 people, including 1,261 males and 1,256 females, living in 629 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.43%, with male literacy at 61.81% and female literacy at 40.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 878, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 96.
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 | 2,517 | 1,261 | 1,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 135 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 878 | 447 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,152 | 696 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,365 | 565 | 800 |
Nearby Villages of Koppera Palem
Koppera Palem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vaidana | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Chinakotha Palle | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Gorre Padu | West | 4.69 km |
| Valla Palle | East | 5.32 km |
| Vemparala | South | 5.86 km |
| Mylavaram | West | 5.90 km |
| Sankaralingam Gudipadu | North | 5.93 km |
| Uppalapadu | South-West | 5.96 km |
| Kukatla Palle | North-West | 6.04 km |
| Dharmavaram | South-East | 6.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koppera Palem
Koppera Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vellalcheruvu H, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.7 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 Narasaraopet to Koppera Palem is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Koppera Palem is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koppera Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koppera Palem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koppera Palem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koppera Palem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koppera Palem
Where is Koppera Palem located?
Koppera Palem village is located in Ballikurava Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koppera Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of Koppera Palem is Kopperapalem.
What is the pincode of Koppera Palem?
The pincode of Koppera Palem is 523302.
What is the population of Koppera Palem?
Koppera Palem had a total population of 2,517, including 1,261 males and 1,256 females.
How many households are there in Koppera Palem?
Koppera Palem had 629 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koppera Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koppera Palem was 51.43%. Male literacy was 61.81% and female literacy was 40.93%.