East Veeraya Palem - Darsi, Prakasam
East Veeraya Palem is a village situated in the Darsi mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darsi and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. East Veerayapalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for East Veeraya Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of East Veeraya Palem is 590829. The village covers a total geographical area of 1427 hectares and falls under the 523252 pincode. Ongole is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
East Veeraya Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of East Veeraya Palem
As per Census 2011, East Veeraya Palem village has a total population of 3,049 people, consisting of 1,543 males and 1,506 females. The village has 742 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 390 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,288 literate and 1,761 illiterate residents. Additionally, 986 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for East Veeraya Palem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,049 | 1,543 | 1,506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 207 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 986 | 489 | 497 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 42 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,288 | 766 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,761 | 777 | 984 |
Nearby Villages of East Veeraya Palem
East Veeraya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohiddin Puram | East | 2.55 km |
| Pulipadu | North-West | 3.96 km |
| East Choutapalem | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Potha Kamuru | South-East | 4.88 km |
| Samanthapudi | South | 5.37 km |
| Cheruvu Komma Palem | East | 5.42 km |
| Chinnavullagallu | North-East | 5.59 km |
| Basava Puram | North | 5.60 km |
| Brundavanam | North-West | 6.00 km |
| Darsi | North-West | 6.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of East Veeraya Palem
East Veeraya Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurichedu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ongole to East Veeraya Palem is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in East Veeraya Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for East Veeraya Palem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in East Veeraya 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 East Veeraya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about East Veeraya Palem
Where is East Veeraya Palem located?
East Veeraya Palem village is located in Darsi Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of East Veeraya Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of East Veeraya Palem is East Veerayapalem.
What is the pincode of East Veeraya Palem?
The pincode of East Veeraya Palem is 523252.
What is the population of East Veeraya Palem?
East Veeraya Palem has a total population of 3,049, including 1,543 males and 1,506 females.
How many households are there in East Veeraya Palem?
There are 742 households in East Veeraya Palem.
What is the literacy rate in East Veeraya Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of East Veeraya Palem is 42.24%. Male literacy is 49.64% and female literacy is 34.66%.