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
According to the 2011 Census, Uppala Dinne village had a total population of 1,113 people, including 542 males and 571 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.47%, with male literacy at 76.09% and female literacy at 59.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 721.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,113 | 542 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 721 | 346 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,113, including 542 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Uppala Dinne?
Uppala Dinne had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uppala Dinne?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uppala Dinne was 67.47%. Male literacy was 76.09% and female literacy was 59.38%.