Kame Palle - Zarugumalli, Prakasam
Kame Palle is a village situated in the Zarugumalli mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Zarugumilli and around 48 km from Ongole. Kamepalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kame Palle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kame Palle is 591374. The village covers a total geographical area of 1144 hectares and falls under the 523271 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kame Palle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kame Palle
As per Census 2011, Kame Palle village has a total population of 3,284 people, consisting of 1,685 males and 1,599 females. The village has 878 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,795 literate and 1,489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 722 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kame Palle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,284 | 1,685 | 1,599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 189 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 722 | 374 | 348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,795 | 1,056 | 739 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,489 | 629 | 860 |
Nearby Villages of Kame Palle
Kame Palle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamepalle Agraharam | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Ilavaram Mamidala Vari Khandrika | East | 2.60 km |
| Chatukupadu | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Uppala Dinne | South | 3.32 km |
| Ilavera | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Patcheva | West | 3.71 km |
| Narasimhanayani Khandrika | North-West | 4.14 km |
| Paidi Padu | South-East | 5.13 km |
| Vempadu | South | 5.26 km |
| Ravula Kollu | South-West | 5.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kame Palle
Kame Palle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tanguturu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.0 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 Kame Palle is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Kame Palle is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kame Palle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kame Palle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kame Palle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kame Palle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kame Palle
Where is Kame Palle located?
Kame Palle village is located in Zarugumalli Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kame Palle?
The Gram Panchayat of Kame Palle is Kamepalli.
What is the pincode of Kame Palle?
The pincode of Kame Palle is 523271.
What is the population of Kame Palle?
Kame Palle has a total population of 3,284, including 1,685 males and 1,599 females.
How many households are there in Kame Palle?
There are 878 households in Kame Palle.
What is the literacy rate in Kame Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kame Palle is 54.66%. Male literacy is 62.67% and female literacy is 46.22%.