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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Nawabpalem village had a total population of 1,420 people, including 716 males and 704 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.91%, with male literacy at 59.45% and female literacy at 36.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 742, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 1,420 | 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 Grama Panchayat of Nawabpalem?
The Grama Panchayat of Nawabpalem is Lingapalem.
What is the pincode of Nawabpalem?
The pincode of Nawabpalem is 523116.
What is the population of Nawabpalem?
Nawabpalem had a total population of 1,420, including 716 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Nawabpalem?
Nawabpalem had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawabpalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawabpalem was 47.91%. Male literacy was 59.45% and female literacy was 36.29%.