Uppala Dinne - Ponnaluru, Prakasam
Uppala Dinne is a village situated in the Ponnaluru mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ponnaluru and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Uppaladinne serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uppala Dinne village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uppala Dinne is 591401. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 523271 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Uppala Dinne village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uppala Dinne
As per Census 2011, Uppala Dinne village has a total population of 1,113 people, consisting of 542 males and 571 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 670 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 721 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uppala Dinne are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,113 | 542 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 721 | 346 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 670 | 366 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 176 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Uppala Dinne
Uppala Dinne 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vempadu | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Kamepalle Agraharam | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Chatukupadu | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Ilavaram Mamidala Vari Khandrika | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Kame Palle | North | 3.32 km |
| Ravula Kollu | West | 3.91 km |
| Paidi Padu | East | 4.21 km |
| Ramachandrapuram | East | 4.87 km |
| Patcheva | North-West | 5.03 km |
| Vellaturu | South | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uppala Dinne
Uppala Dinne is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tanguturu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandukur to Uppala Dinne is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Uppala Dinne is about 58 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 Uppala Dinne
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uppala Dinne 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 Uppala Dinne
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uppala Dinne village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uppala Dinne
Where is Uppala Dinne located?
Uppala Dinne village is located in Ponnaluru Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uppala Dinne?
The Gram Panchayat of Uppala Dinne is Uppaladinne.
What is the pincode of Uppala Dinne?
The pincode of Uppala Dinne is 523271.
What is the population of Uppala Dinne?
Uppala Dinne has a total population of 1,113, including 542 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Uppala Dinne?
There are 204 households in Uppala Dinne.
What is the literacy rate in Uppala Dinne?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uppala Dinne is 60.20%. Male literacy is 67.53% and female literacy is 53.24%.