Singara Botla Palem - Ponnaluru, Prakasam
Singara Botla Palem is a village situated in the Ponnaluru mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ponnaluru and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. S.b.palem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singara Botla Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singara Botla Palem is 591404. The village covers a total geographical area of 521 hectares and falls under the 523109 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Singara Botla Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Singara Botla Palem
As per Census 2011, Singara Botla Palem village has a total population of 1,758 people, consisting of 903 males and 855 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 987 literate and 771 illiterate residents. Additionally, 698 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singara Botla Palem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,758 | 903 | 855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 106 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 698 | 355 | 343 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 987 | 581 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 771 | 322 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Singara Botla Palem
Singara Botla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vellaturikalidasuvarikhandrika | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Vellaturu | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Anantha Sagaram | South | 2.86 km |
| Kovur | East | 3.01 km |
| Muppalakesaramvarikandrika | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Muppalla | North | 3.74 km |
| Yeduluru Padu | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Pandalapadu | North-East | 5.23 km |
| J.g.khandrika | East | 5.43 km |
| Ponnaluru Gudavari Khandrika | West | 5.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singara Botla Palem
Singara Botla Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Singarayakonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandukur to Singara Botla Palem is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Singara Botla Palem is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singara Botla Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singara Botla Palem 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 Singara Botla 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 Singara Botla 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singara Botla Palem
Where is Singara Botla Palem located?
Singara Botla Palem village is located in Ponnaluru Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singara Botla Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of Singara Botla Palem is S.b.palem.
What is the pincode of Singara Botla Palem?
The pincode of Singara Botla Palem is 523109.
What is the population of Singara Botla Palem?
Singara Botla Palem has a total population of 1,758, including 903 males and 855 females.
How many households are there in Singara Botla Palem?
There are 395 households in Singara Botla Palem.
What is the literacy rate in Singara Botla Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singara Botla Palem is 56.14%. Male literacy is 64.34% and female literacy is 47.49%.