Valaparla - Martur, Bapatla
Valaparla is a village situated in the Martur mandal of Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Martur and around 45 km from Ongole. Valaparla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valaparla is 590699. The village covers a total geographical area of 1397 hectares and falls under the 523260 pincode. Chilakaluripet is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Valaparla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Valaparla
As per Census 2011, Valaparla village has a total population of 10,151 people, consisting of 5,166 males and 4,985 females. The village has 2,680 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,033 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,207 literate and 3,944 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,735 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 260 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Valaparla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,151 | 5,166 | 4,985 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,033 | 509 | 524 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,735 | 902 | 833 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 132 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 6,207 | 3,625 | 2,582 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,944 | 1,541 | 2,403 |
Nearby Villages of Valaparla
Valaparla 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 | West | 2.77 km |
| Darsiagraharam | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Lakkavaram Agraharam | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Konanki | East | 4.57 km |
| Ramakuru | South | 4.62 km |
| Nagaraju Palle | North | 4.78 km |
| Valla Palle | West | 5.10 km |
| Dharmavaram | South-West | 5.60 km |
| Guntupalle | North-West | 5.91 km |
| Jonna Thali Agraharam | East | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Valaparla
Valaparla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Santamagulur, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.3 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 Chilakaluripet to Valaparla is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Valaparla is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Valaparla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valaparla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Valaparla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valaparla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Valaparla
Where is Valaparla located?
Valaparla village is located in Martur Mandal, Bapatla district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valaparla?
Valaparla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Valaparla?
The pincode of Valaparla is 523260.
What is the population of Valaparla?
Valaparla has a total population of 10,151, including 5,166 males and 4,985 females.
How many households are there in Valaparla?
There are 2,680 households in Valaparla.
What is the literacy rate in Valaparla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valaparla is 61.15%. Male literacy is 70.17% and female literacy is 51.80%.