Palicherlapadu - Venkatachalam, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Palicherlapadu is a village situated in the Venkatachalam mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Nellore, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Palicherlapadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palicherlapadu is 592170. The village covers a total geographical area of 1072 hectares and falls under the 524320 pincode. Nellore is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Palicherlapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palicherlapadu
As per Census 2011, Palicherlapadu village has a total population of 1,201 people, consisting of 617 males and 584 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 719 literate and 482 illiterate residents. Additionally, 637 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palicherlapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,201 | 617 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 68 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 637 | 329 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 404 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 213 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Palicherlapadu
Palicherlapadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mattempadu | North | 3.94 km |
| Kasumuru | East | 4.17 km |
| Marupuru | North-West | 4.30 km |
| Biradavolu | West | 5.19 km |
| Vadlapudi | South | 6.08 km |
| Kandalapadu | East | 6.40 km |
| Chatagotla | West | 6.41 km |
| Amancherla | North-East | 6.51 km |
| Kuricherlapadu | South | 6.68 km |
| Mogallapalem | North | 7.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palicherlapadu
Palicherlapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Venkatachalam, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Palicherlapadu is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palicherlapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palicherlapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palicherlapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palicherlapadu 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 Palicherlapadu
Where is Palicherlapadu located?
Palicherlapadu village is located in Venkatachalam Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palicherlapadu?
Palicherlapadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palicherlapadu?
The pincode of Palicherlapadu is 524320.
What is the population of Palicherlapadu?
Palicherlapadu has a total population of 1,201, including 617 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Palicherlapadu?
There are 302 households in Palicherlapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Palicherlapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palicherlapadu is 59.87%. Male literacy is 65.48% and female literacy is 53.94%.