Amagondapalem - Puttaparthy, Sri Sathya Sai
Amagondapalem is a village situated in the Puttaparthy mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Puttaparthi and around 94 km from Anantapur. Amagondapalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amagondapalem is 595451. The village covers a total geographical area of 6908 hectares and falls under the 515144 pincode. Dharmavaram is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Amagondapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amagondapalem
As per Census 2011, Amagondapalem village has a total population of 3,256 people, consisting of 1,664 males and 1,592 females. The village has 804 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 395 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,572 literate and 1,684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 248 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amagondapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,256 | 1,664 | 1,592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 207 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 136 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 248 | 128 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 1,572 | 967 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,684 | 697 | 987 |
Nearby Villages of Amagondapalem
Amagondapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satarlapalle | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Kondakamarla | East | 7.09 km |
| Vengalammacheruvu | North | 7.21 km |
| Gangampalle | South-West | 7.51 km |
| Vanavolu | South | 7.91 km |
| Daburuvaripalle | South-East | 9.82 km |
| Pedapalle | West | 9.88 km |
| Jakkasamudram | South | 10.04 km |
| Nallamada | North-East | 10.59 km |
| Bayanakuntapalle | South | 11.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amagondapalem
Amagondapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Satya Sai P Nilayam, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dharmavaram to Amagondapalem is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Amagondapalem is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amagondapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amagondapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amagondapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amagondapalem 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 Amagondapalem
Where is Amagondapalem located?
Amagondapalem village is located in Puttaparthy Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amagondapalem?
Amagondapalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amagondapalem?
The pincode of Amagondapalem is 515144.
What is the population of Amagondapalem?
Amagondapalem has a total population of 3,256, including 1,664 males and 1,592 females.
How many households are there in Amagondapalem?
There are 804 households in Amagondapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Amagondapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amagondapalem is 48.28%. Male literacy is 58.11% and female literacy is 38.00%.