Kellam Palle - Marripudi, Prakasam
Kellam Palle is a village situated in the Marripudi mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marripudi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Kellampalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kellam Palle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kellam Palle is 591096. The village covers a total geographical area of 1812 hectares and falls under the 523240 pincode. Ongole is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Kellam Palle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kellam Palle
As per Census 2011, Kellam Palle village has a total population of 2,334 people, consisting of 1,172 males and 1,162 females. The village has 541 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,016 literate and 1,318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 849 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kellam Palle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,334 | 1,172 | 1,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 152 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 849 | 438 | 411 |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 607 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,318 | 565 | 753 |
Nearby Villages of Kellam Palle
Kellam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gosukonda Agraharam | North | 2.62 km |
| Pannuru | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Gundla Samudram | West | 3.95 km |
| Thalamalla | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Chintagum Palle | North | 4.94 km |
| Amudala Palle | North | 5.12 km |
| Vallaya Palem | South | 5.54 km |
| Lakshmi Puram | North-East | 5.62 km |
| Teegadurthipadu | North | 5.85 km |
| Marripudi | South-West | 6.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kellam Palle
Kellam Palle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Donakonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ongole to Kellam Palle is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kellam Palle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kellam Palle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kellam 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 Kellam Palle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kellam Palle
Where is Kellam Palle located?
Kellam Palle village is located in Marripudi Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kellam Palle?
The Gram Panchayat of Kellam Palle is Kellampalli.
What is the pincode of Kellam Palle?
The pincode of Kellam Palle is 523240.
What is the population of Kellam Palle?
Kellam Palle has a total population of 2,334, including 1,172 males and 1,162 females.
How many households are there in Kellam Palle?
There are 541 households in Kellam Palle.
What is the literacy rate in Kellam Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kellam Palle is 43.53%. Male literacy is 51.79% and female literacy is 35.20%.