Mallapalle - Gorantla, Sri Sathya Sai
Mallapalle is a village situated in the Gorantla mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Gorantla and around 90 km from Anantapur. Mallapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mallapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mallapalle is 595521. The village covers a total geographical area of 2756 hectares and falls under the 515241 pincode. Hindupur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mallapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mallapalle
As per Census 2011, Mallapalle village has a total population of 3,040 people, consisting of 1,567 males and 1,473 females. The village has 722 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,738 literate and 1,302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 530 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 119 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mallapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,040 | 1,567 | 1,473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 162 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 530 | 270 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 1,738 | 1,039 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,302 | 528 | 774 |
Nearby Villages of Mallapalle
Mallapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Buganipalle | East | 1.99 km |
| Obulapuram | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Katepalle | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Boyalapalle | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Ragimakulapalle | South | 3.38 km |
| Palasamudram | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Bussaiahgaripalle | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Devulacheruvu | South | 4.66 km |
| Mandalapalle | North-East | 5.59 km |
| Velagamakulapalle | West | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mallapalle
Mallapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chakarlapalli, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindupur to Mallapalle is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Mallapalle is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mallapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mallapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mallapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mallapalle 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 Mallapalle
Where is Mallapalle located?
Mallapalle village is located in Gorantla Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mallapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Mallapalle is Mallapalli.
What is the pincode of Mallapalle?
The pincode of Mallapalle is 515241.
What is the population of Mallapalle?
Mallapalle has a total population of 3,040, including 1,567 males and 1,473 females.
How many households are there in Mallapalle?
There are 722 households in Mallapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Mallapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mallapalle is 57.17%. Male literacy is 66.31% and female literacy is 47.45%.