Nawabpalem - Voletivaripalem, Prakasam
Nawabpalem is a village situated in the Voletivaripalem mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Voletivaripalem and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Lingapalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawabpalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawabpalem is 591508. The village covers a total geographical area of 1067 hectares and falls under the 523116 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Nawabpalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nawabpalem
As per Census 2011, Nawabpalem village has a total population of 1,420 people, consisting of 716 males and 704 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 586 literate and 834 illiterate residents. Additionally, 742 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawabpalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,420 | 716 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 102 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 742 | 375 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 586 | 365 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 351 | 483 |
Nearby Villages of Nawabpalem
Nawabpalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| East Polineni Palem | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Voletivaripalem | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Ramachandrapuram | West | 3.25 km |
| Chouta Palem | North | 3.54 km |
| Lingam Gunta | North | 4.83 km |
| Z.uppalapadu | South | 5.10 km |
| Ippagunta | North-East | 5.17 km |
| Sameerapalem | East | 5.48 km |
| Kondasamudram | South-East | 5.53 km |
| Malepadu | North-West | 7.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nawabpalem
Nawabpalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ulavapadu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Nawabpalem is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Nawabpalem is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawabpalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawabpalem 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nawabpalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawabpalem 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nawabpalem
Where is Nawabpalem located?
Nawabpalem village is located in Voletivaripalem Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawabpalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawabpalem is Lingapalem.
What is the pincode of Nawabpalem?
The pincode of Nawabpalem is 523116.
What is the population of Nawabpalem?
Nawabpalem has a total population of 1,420, including 716 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Nawabpalem?
There are 310 households in Nawabpalem.
What is the literacy rate in Nawabpalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawabpalem is 41.27%. Male literacy is 50.98% and female literacy is 31.39%.