Valla Palle - Ballikurava, Prakasam
Valla Palle is a village situated in the Ballikurava mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ballikurava and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. K.v.palem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Valla Palle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valla Palle is 590692. The village covers a total geographical area of 1198 hectares and falls under the 523260 pincode. Chilakaluripet is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Valla Palle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Valla Palle
As per Census 2011, Valla Palle village has a total population of 5,905 people, consisting of 3,044 males and 2,861 females. The village has 1,527 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 645 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,968 literate and 2,937 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,834 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 177 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Valla Palle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,905 | 3,044 | 2,861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 645 | 351 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,834 | 950 | 884 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 97 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 2,968 | 1,760 | 1,208 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,937 | 1,284 | 1,653 |
Nearby Villages of Valla Palle
Valla Palle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jangamaheswarapuram | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Guntupalle | North | 3.67 km |
| Vaidana | West | 4.21 km |
| Dharmavaram | South | 4.60 km |
| Valaparla | East | 5.10 km |
| Koppera Palem | West | 5.32 km |
| Chinakotha Palle | South-West | 5.38 km |
| Mukteswaram | North-West | 6.32 km |
| Ramakuru | South-East | 7.04 km |
| Nagaraju Palle | North-East | 7.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Valla Palle
Valla Palle 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 43.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chilakaluripet to Valla Palle is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Valla Palle is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Valla Palle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valla Palle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Valla Palle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valla Palle 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Valla Palle
Where is Valla Palle located?
Valla Palle village is located in Ballikurava Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valla Palle?
The Gram Panchayat of Valla Palle is K.v.palem.
What is the pincode of Valla Palle?
The pincode of Valla Palle is 523260.
What is the population of Valla Palle?
Valla Palle has a total population of 5,905, including 3,044 males and 2,861 females.
How many households are there in Valla Palle?
There are 1,527 households in Valla Palle.
What is the literacy rate in Valla Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valla Palle is 50.26%. Male literacy is 57.82% and female literacy is 42.22%.