Venkatachalam Palle - Darsi, Prakasam
Venkatachalam Palle is a village situated in the Darsi mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darsi and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Venkatachalampalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatachalam Palle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatachalam Palle is 590812. The village covers a total geographical area of 1164 hectares and falls under the 523247 pincode. Ongole is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Venkatachalam Palle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Venkatachalam Palle
As per Census 2011, Venkatachalam Palle village has a total population of 1,069 people, consisting of 561 males and 508 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 450 literate and 619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatachalam Palle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,069 | 561 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 73 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 121 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 289 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 272 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatachalam Palle
Venkatachalam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chalivendra | South | 2.11 km |
| Thanam Chinthala | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Bandellapaya | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Bodanampadu | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Abbaya Palem | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Thimmaya Palem | East | 5.01 km |
| Chandaluru | West | 5.59 km |
| Potha Varam | North-East | 5.73 km |
| Lankojana Palle | South | 5.80 km |
| Darsi | South-East | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatachalam Palle
Venkatachalam Palle 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 12.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ongole to Venkatachalam Palle is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatachalam Palle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatachalam Palle 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 Venkatachalam 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 Venkatachalam Palle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Venkatachalam Palle
Where is Venkatachalam Palle located?
Venkatachalam Palle village is located in Darsi Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatachalam Palle?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatachalam Palle is Venkatachalampalli.
What is the pincode of Venkatachalam Palle?
The pincode of Venkatachalam Palle is 523247.
What is the population of Venkatachalam Palle?
Venkatachalam Palle has a total population of 1,069, including 561 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Venkatachalam Palle?
There are 258 households in Venkatachalam Palle.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatachalam Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatachalam Palle is 42.10%. Male literacy is 51.52% and female literacy is 31.69%.