Devulapalle - Dakkili, Tirupati
Devulapalle is a village situated in the Dakkili mandal of Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Dakkili and around 97 km from Nellore. Devulapalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devulapalle is 592268. The village covers a total geographical area of 1218 hectares and falls under the 524134 pincode. Venkatagiri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Devulapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devulapalle
As per Census 2011, Devulapalle village has a total population of 2,957 people, consisting of 1,507 males and 1,450 females. The village has 698 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,342 literate and 1,615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 552 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 118 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devulapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,957 | 1,507 | 1,450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 208 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 284 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 65 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,342 | 796 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,615 | 711 | 904 |
Nearby Villages of Devulapalle
Devulapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothacheruvu | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Madhavaiahpalem | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Cherlopalle | East | 3.93 km |
| Vembuluru | South | 4.22 km |
| Velikallu | East | 4.71 km |
| Velampalle | South-East | 4.87 km |
| Gollavarigunta | South | 5.55 km |
| Bandepalle | North-East | 5.61 km |
| Koturupadu | North-East | 5.70 km |
| Kuppayapalem | South-East | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devulapalle
Devulapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nidigallu, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Venkatagiri to Devulapalle is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Devulapalle is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devulapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devulapalle 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 Devulapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devulapalle 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 Devulapalle
Where is Devulapalle located?
Devulapalle village is located in Dakkili Mandal, Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devulapalle?
Devulapalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devulapalle?
The pincode of Devulapalle is 524134.
What is the population of Devulapalle?
Devulapalle has a total population of 2,957, including 1,507 males and 1,450 females.
How many households are there in Devulapalle?
There are 698 households in Devulapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Devulapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devulapalle is 45.38%. Male literacy is 52.82% and female literacy is 37.66%.