Mandalapalle - Gorantla, Sri Sathya Sai
Mandalapalle is a village situated in the Gorantla mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Gorantla and around 85 km from Anantapur. Gaddam Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandalapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandalapalle is 595514. The village covers a total geographical area of 3101 hectares and falls under the 515231 pincode. Hindupur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mandalapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mandalapalle
As per Census 2011, Mandalapalle village has a total population of 7,207 people, consisting of 3,699 males and 3,508 females. The village has 1,746 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 747 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,863 literate and 3,344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 892 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,074 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandalapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,207 | 3,699 | 3,508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 747 | 386 | 361 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 892 | 446 | 446 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,074 | 1,122 | 952 |
| Literate Population | 3,863 | 2,376 | 1,487 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,344 | 1,323 | 2,021 |
Nearby Villages of Mandalapalle
Mandalapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jowkuledudinne | North | 2.51 km |
| Boyalapalle | West | 3.28 km |
| Buganipalle | South-West | 4.49 km |
| Kammavaripalle | East | 4.70 km |
| Gorantla | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Mallapalle | South-West | 5.59 km |
| Nidimamidi | North-West | 6.28 km |
| Kotlapalle | North | 6.52 km |
| Maredipalle | South-East | 7.39 km |
| Katepalle | South-West | 7.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandalapalle
Mandalapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narayanapuram, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindupur to Mandalapalle is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Mandalapalle is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandalapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandalapalle 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 Mandalapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandalapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mandalapalle
Where is Mandalapalle located?
Mandalapalle village is located in Gorantla Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandalapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandalapalle is Gaddam Thanda.
What is the pincode of Mandalapalle?
The pincode of Mandalapalle is 515231.
What is the population of Mandalapalle?
Mandalapalle has a total population of 7,207, including 3,699 males and 3,508 females.
How many households are there in Mandalapalle?
There are 1,746 households in Mandalapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Mandalapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandalapalle is 53.60%. Male literacy is 64.23% and female literacy is 42.39%.