Orupalle - Sydapuram, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Orupalle is a village situated in the Sydapuram mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sydapuram and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Thummala Thalupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Orupalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orupalle is 592238. The village covers a total geographical area of 1082 hectares and falls under the 524409 pincode. Gudur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Orupalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Orupalle
As per Census 2011, Orupalle village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 170 males and 148 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Orupalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 170 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 25 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 56 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 118 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 52 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Orupalle
Orupalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Perumallapadu | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Orupalle @ Turimerla | East | 3.09 km |
| Utukur | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Tocham | South-West | 4.55 km |
| Munagapadu | West | 5.00 km |
| Kalichedu | North-East | 5.32 km |
| Malichedu | North-East | 5.98 km |
| Krishnareddipalle | South-West | 6.06 km |
| Gulimcherla | South-West | 6.10 km |
| Utla Palem | North-West | 6.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Orupalle
Orupalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manubolu, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gudur to Orupalle is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Orupalle is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Orupalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orupalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Orupalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orupalle 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 Orupalle
Where is Orupalle located?
Orupalle village is located in Sydapuram Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orupalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Orupalle is Thummala Thalupur.
What is the pincode of Orupalle?
The pincode of Orupalle is 524409.
What is the population of Orupalle?
Orupalle has a total population of 318, including 170 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Orupalle?
There are 74 households in Orupalle.
What is the literacy rate in Orupalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orupalle is 64.47%. Male literacy is 69.41% and female literacy is 58.78%.