Nimmalapalem - Kothavalasa, Vizianagaram
Nimmalapalem is a village situated in the Kothavalasa mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kothavalasa and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Nimmalapalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nimmalapalem is 583074. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 535183 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Nimmalapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nimmalapalem
As per Census 2011, Nimmalapalem village has a total population of 1,192 people, consisting of 589 males and 603 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 712 literate and 480 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nimmalapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,192 | 589 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 52 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 406 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 183 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Nimmalapalem
Nimmalapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rayapurajupeta | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Balighattam | East | 1.45 km |
| Dathi | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Tummikapalle (ct) | South | 2.34 km |
| Veerabhadra Puram | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Narapam | West | 2.54 km |
| Uttarapalle | North | 2.82 km |
| Gajapathinagarm | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Ardhannapalem | East | 3.11 km |
| Gangubudi | North | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nimmalapalem
Nimmalapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kottavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Nimmalapalem is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Nimmalapalem is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nimmalapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nimmalapalem 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nimmalapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nimmalapalem 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nimmalapalem
Where is Nimmalapalem located?
Nimmalapalem village is located in Kothavalasa Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nimmalapalem?
Nimmalapalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nimmalapalem?
The pincode of Nimmalapalem is 535183.
What is the population of Nimmalapalem?
Nimmalapalem has a total population of 1,192, including 589 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Nimmalapalem?
There are 302 households in Nimmalapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Nimmalapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nimmalapalem is 59.73%. Male literacy is 68.93% and female literacy is 50.75%.