East Polineni Palem - Voletivaripalem, Prakasam
East Polineni Palem is a village situated in the Voletivaripalem mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Voletivaripalem and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Polinenipalem serves as the Grama Panchayat for East Polineni Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of East Polineni Palem is 591509. The village covers a total geographical area of 338 hectares and falls under the 523116 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
East Polineni Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of East Polineni Palem
According to the 2011 Census, East Polineni Palem village had a total population of 2,017 people, including 1,016 males and 1,001 females, living in 482 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.15%, with male literacy at 68.70% and female literacy at 41.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 551, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 2,017 | 1,016 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 115 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 551 | 270 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 991 | 619 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,026 | 397 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of East Polineni Palem
East Polineni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawabpalem | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Sameerapalem | East | 2.92 km |
| Kondasamudram | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Z.uppalapadu | South | 3.64 km |
| Voletivaripalem | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Chouta Palem | North | 4.68 km |
| Ippagunta | North | 4.83 km |
| Ramachandrapuram | North-West | 5.84 km |
| Mala Konda Rayunipalem | South | 6.14 km |
| Nekunampuram @ Pokur | East | 6.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of East Polineni Palem
East Polineni Palem is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ulavapadu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 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 Kandukur to East Polineni Palem is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to East Polineni Palem is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in East Polineni Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for East Polineni Palem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in East Polineni 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 East Polineni Palem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about East Polineni Palem
Where is East Polineni Palem located?
East Polineni Palem village is located in Voletivaripalem Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of East Polineni Palem?
The Grama Panchayat of East Polineni Palem is Polinenipalem.
What is the pincode of East Polineni Palem?
The pincode of East Polineni Palem is 523116.
What is the population of East Polineni Palem?
East Polineni Palem had a total population of 2,017, including 1,016 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in East Polineni Palem?
East Polineni Palem had 482 households.
What is the literacy rate in East Polineni Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of East Polineni Palem was 55.15%. Male literacy was 68.70% and female literacy was 41.52%.