Santhapalem - Kothavalasa, Vizianagaram
Santhapalem is a village situated in the Kothavalasa mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kothavalasa and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Santapalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santhapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santhapalem is 583080. The village covers a total geographical area of 522 hectares and falls under the 535183 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Santhapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santhapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Santhapalem village had a total population of 1,555 people, including 774 males and 781 females, living in 412 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.82%, with male literacy at 75.07% and female literacy at 51.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 300, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,555 | 774 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 72 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 166 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 899 | 527 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 656 | 247 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Santhapalem
Santhapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Denderu | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Gorapalle | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Ganisettipalem | North | 1.96 km |
| Mogalipuram | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Saripalle | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Gulivindada | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Mindivalasa Ramachandrapuram | North | 3.21 km |
| Boduvalasa | West | 3.54 km |
| Chintalapalem | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Pinagadi | South | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santhapalem
Santhapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kottavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.7 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 Santhapalem is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Santhapalem is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santhapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santhapalem 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Santhapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santhapalem 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santhapalem
Where is Santhapalem located?
Santhapalem village is located in Kothavalasa Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santhapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Santhapalem is Santapalem.
What is the pincode of Santhapalem?
The pincode of Santhapalem is 535183.
What is the population of Santhapalem?
Santhapalem had a total population of 1,555, including 774 males and 781 females.
How many households are there in Santhapalem?
Santhapalem had 412 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santhapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santhapalem was 62.82%. Male literacy was 75.07% and female literacy was 51.03%.