Gandipalem - Udayagiri, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Gandipalem is a village situated in the Udayagiri mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udayagiri and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Gandipalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandipalem is 591630. The village covers a total geographical area of 1014 hectares and falls under the 524236 pincode. Badvel is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Gandipalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gandipalem
As per Census 2011, Gandipalem village has a total population of 3,481 people, consisting of 1,800 males and 1,681 females. The village has 865 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,177 literate and 1,304 illiterate residents. Additionally, 753 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandipalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,481 | 1,800 | 1,681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 200 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 753 | 378 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 2,177 | 1,335 | 842 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,304 | 465 | 839 |
Nearby Villages of Gandipalem
Gandipalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chowdepalle | West | 3.05 km |
| Iskapalli | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Yerramreddipalle | North | 3.71 km |
| Thotalacheruvupalle | North-West | 4.57 km |
| Gudinarava | South | 4.62 km |
| Guvvadi | East | 4.91 km |
| Gollapalle | North-East | 5.51 km |
| Krishnampalle | West | 5.65 km |
| Gannepalle | South-West | 6.21 km |
| Sunnamvarichintala | South | 6.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gandipalem
Gandipalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gudimetta, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.2 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 Badvel to Gandipalem is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Gandipalem is about 115 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 Gandipalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandipalem 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 Gandipalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandipalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandipalem
Where is Gandipalem located?
Gandipalem village is located in Udayagiri Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandipalem?
Gandipalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gandipalem?
The pincode of Gandipalem is 524236.
What is the population of Gandipalem?
Gandipalem has a total population of 3,481, including 1,800 males and 1,681 females.
How many households are there in Gandipalem?
There are 865 households in Gandipalem.
What is the literacy rate in Gandipalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandipalem is 62.54%. Male literacy is 74.17% and female literacy is 50.09%.