Devarapalem - Nellore Rural, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Devarapalem is a village situated in the Nellore Rural mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Nellore and around 10 km from Nellore. Deverapalem serves as the Grama Panchayat for Devarapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devarapalem is 592090. The village covers a total geographical area of 1768 hectares and falls under the 524004 pincode. Nellore is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Devarapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nellore Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nellore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devarapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Devarapalem village had a total population of 4,543 people, including 2,570 males and 1,973 females, living in 1,058 households. The sex ratio was 768 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.58%, with male literacy at 74.31% and female literacy at 56.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 833, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,216.
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 | 4,543 | 2,570 | 1,973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 246 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 833 | 453 | 380 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,216 | 622 | 594 |
| Literate Population | 2,712 | 1,727 | 985 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,831 | 843 | 988 |
Nearby Villages of Devarapalem
Devarapalem is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Devarapalem
Devarapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Devarapalem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nellore to Devarapalem is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devarapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devarapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devarapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devarapalem 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devarapalem
Where is Devarapalem located?
Devarapalem village is located in Nellore Rural Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Devarapalem?
The Grama Panchayat of Devarapalem is Deverapalem.
What is the pincode of Devarapalem?
The pincode of Devarapalem is 524004.
What is the population of Devarapalem?
Devarapalem had a total population of 4,543, including 2,570 males and 1,973 females.
How many households are there in Devarapalem?
Devarapalem had 1,058 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devarapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devarapalem was 66.58%. Male literacy was 74.31% and female literacy was 56.32%.