Garimenapenta - Kondapuram, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Garimenapenta is a village situated in the Kondapuram mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kondapuram and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Gariminapenta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garimenapenta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garimenapenta is 591688. The village covers a total geographical area of 2301 hectares and falls under the 524221 pincode. Kavali is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Garimenapenta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garimenapenta
As per Census 2011, Garimenapenta village has a total population of 3,163 people, consisting of 1,598 males and 1,565 females. The village has 744 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,691 literate and 1,472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 756 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 147 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garimenapenta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,163 | 1,598 | 1,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 177 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 756 | 388 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 80 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,691 | 1,029 | 662 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,472 | 569 | 903 |
Nearby Villages of Garimenapenta
Garimenapenta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Challagirigala | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Iskadamerla | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Yerrabotlapalle | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Thurpuyerraballe | East | 5.04 km |
| Ganeswarapuram | West | 5.39 km |
| Bongaravulapadu | West | 5.90 km |
| Kambaladinne | North | 5.97 km |
| Gottigundala | South-East | 6.64 km |
| Chakalakonda | South-West | 6.91 km |
| Narasimhapuram | West | 6.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garimenapenta
Garimenapenta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kavali, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 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 Kavali to Garimenapenta is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Garimenapenta is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garimenapenta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garimenapenta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garimenapenta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garimenapenta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garimenapenta
Where is Garimenapenta located?
Garimenapenta village is located in Kondapuram Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garimenapenta?
The Gram Panchayat of Garimenapenta is Gariminapenta.
What is the pincode of Garimenapenta?
The pincode of Garimenapenta is 524221.
What is the population of Garimenapenta?
Garimenapenta has a total population of 3,163, including 1,598 males and 1,565 females.
How many households are there in Garimenapenta?
There are 744 households in Garimenapenta.
What is the literacy rate in Garimenapenta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garimenapenta is 53.46%. Male literacy is 64.39% and female literacy is 42.30%.