Dola Palem - Gajapathinagaram, Vizianagaram
Dola Palem is a village situated in the Gajapathinagaram mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gajapathinagaram and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Kalamrajupeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dola Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dola Palem is 582743. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 535270 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dola Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dola Palem
According to the 2011 Census, Dola Palem village had a total population of 765 people, including 398 males and 367 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.56%, with male literacy at 58.45% and female literacy at 40.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 765 | 398 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 204 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 194 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Dola Palem
Dola Palem is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dola Palem
Dola Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dola Palem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Vizianagaram to Dola Palem is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dola Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dola Palem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dola Palem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dola Palem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dola Palem
Where is Dola Palem located?
Dola Palem village is located in Gajapathinagaram Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dola Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of Dola Palem is Kalamrajupeta.
What is the pincode of Dola Palem?
The pincode of Dola Palem is 535270.
What is the population of Dola Palem?
Dola Palem had a total population of 765, including 398 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Dola Palem?
Dola Palem had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dola Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dola Palem was 49.56%. Male literacy was 58.45% and female literacy was 40.06%.