Kellam Palle - Mundlamuru, Prakasam
Kellam Palle is a village situated in the Mundlamuru mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundlamuru and around 61 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 590792. The village covers a total geographical area of 1426 hectares and falls under the 523265 pincode. Vinukonda is the nearest town, located about 27 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 2,815 people, consisting of 1,411 males and 1,404 females. The village has 693 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,037 literate and 1,778 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 627 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kellam Palle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,815 | 1,411 | 1,404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 181 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 178 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 627 | 321 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 1,037 | 626 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,778 | 785 | 993 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basava Puram | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Chinnavullagallu | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Pulipadu | South | 4.38 km |
| Devavaram | North-West | 4.60 km |
| Thimmaya Palem | West | 4.65 km |
| Brundavanam | South-West | 5.12 km |
| Pedavullagallu | South-East | 5.49 km |
| Putchanuthala | North | 5.57 km |
| Potha Varam | North-West | 6.55 km |
| Thimmapuram | North | 6.58 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 Kurichedu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vinukonda to Kellam Palle is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Kellam Palle is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | 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 Kellam Palle
Where is Kellam Palle located?
Kellam Palle village is located in Mundlamuru 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 523265.
What is the population of Kellam Palle?
Kellam Palle has a total population of 2,815, including 1,411 males and 1,404 females.
How many households are there in Kellam Palle?
There are 693 households in Kellam Palle.
What is the literacy rate in Kellam Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kellam Palle is 36.84%. Male literacy is 44.37% and female literacy is 29.27%.