Appalammapeta - Therlam, Vizianagaram
Appalammapeta is a village situated in the Therlam mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Therlam and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Appalammapeta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Appalammapeta is 582566. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 535124 pincode. Rajam is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Appalammapeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Appalammapeta
According to the 2011 Census, Appalammapeta village had a total population of 607 people, including 303 males and 304 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.38%, with male literacy at 57.63% and female literacy at 31.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 607 | 303 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 151 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 152 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Appalammapeta
Appalammapeta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goluguvalasa | South | 1.16 km |
| Seethadevipuram | North | 1.47 km |
| Kollivalasa | West | 1.95 km |
| Sathivada | South | 2.08 km |
| Mugguru | North | 2.20 km |
| Vantaram | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Seetharampuram (near) Koratam | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Gangada | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Kondapuram | West | 3.06 km |
| Chandrampeta | North-West | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Appalammapeta
Appalammapeta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Donkinavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajam to Appalammapeta is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Appalammapeta is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Appalammapeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Appalammapeta 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Appalammapeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Appalammapeta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Appalammapeta
Where is Appalammapeta located?
Appalammapeta village is located in Therlam Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Appalammapeta?
Appalammapeta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Appalammapeta?
The pincode of Appalammapeta is 535124.
What is the population of Appalammapeta?
Appalammapeta had a total population of 607, including 303 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Appalammapeta?
Appalammapeta had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Appalammapeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Appalammapeta was 44.38%. Male literacy was 57.63% and female literacy was 31.62%.