Sankepalle - Mudigubba, Sri Sathya Sai
Sankepalle is a village situated in the Mudigubba mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Mudigubba and around 57 km from Anantapur. Sankepalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankepalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankepalle is 595199. The village covers a total geographical area of 2486 hectares and falls under the 515511 pincode. Kadiri is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Sankepalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sankepalle
As per Census 2011, Sankepalle village has a total population of 2,340 people, consisting of 1,201 males and 1,139 females. The village has 634 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,047 literate and 1,293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 318 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankepalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,340 | 1,201 | 1,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 142 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 160 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 651 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,293 | 550 | 743 |
Nearby Villages of Sankepalle
Sankepalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gandlavandlapalle | North | 2.61 km |
| Sankepalle Brahmanapalle | East | 3.19 km |
| Gunjepalle | South | 4.93 km |
| Jonnalakothapalle | West | 4.95 km |
| Brahmadevaramarri | North-West | 5.00 km |
| S.bandlapalle | North | 5.01 km |
| Marthadu | North-East | 6.05 km |
| Dorigallu | East | 7.45 km |
| Chagapuram | South | 7.80 km |
| Kodavandlapalle | North | 8.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankepalle
Sankepalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mudigubba, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.9 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kadiri to Sankepalle is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Sankepalle is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankepalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankepalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sankepalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankepalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankepalle
Where is Sankepalle located?
Sankepalle village is located in Mudigubba Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankepalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankepalle is Sankepalli.
What is the pincode of Sankepalle?
The pincode of Sankepalle is 515511.
What is the population of Sankepalle?
Sankepalle has a total population of 2,340, including 1,201 males and 1,139 females.
How many households are there in Sankepalle?
There are 634 households in Sankepalle.
What is the literacy rate in Sankepalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankepalle is 44.74%. Male literacy is 54.20% and female literacy is 34.77%.