Saripalle - Ganapavaram, West Godavari
Saripalle is a village situated in the Ganapavaram mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ganapavaram and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Saripalli serves as the Grama Panchayat for Saripalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saripalle is 588565. The village covers a total geographical area of 405 hectares and falls under the 534198 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Saripalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saripalle
According to the 2011 Census, Saripalle village had a total population of 4,203 people, including 2,083 males and 2,120 females, living in 1,148 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.34%, with male literacy at 81.64% and female literacy at 73.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 316, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 4,203 | 2,083 | 2,120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 193 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 152 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 2,955 | 1,543 | 1,412 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,248 | 540 | 708 |
Nearby Villages of Saripalle
Saripalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinaramachandrapuram | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Aredu | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Ganapavaram | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Kothapalle | East | 2.84 km |
| Buvvanapalle | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Kaligotla | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Siddapuram | West | 2.93 km |
| Varadarajapuram | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Jagannadhapuram | North | 3.38 km |
| Enikepalle | West | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saripalle
Saripalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Cherukuvada, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimavaram to Saripalle is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Saripalle is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saripalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saripalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Saripalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saripalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saripalle
Where is Saripalle located?
Saripalle village is located in Ganapavaram Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Saripalle?
The Grama Panchayat of Saripalle is Saripalli.
What is the pincode of Saripalle?
The pincode of Saripalle is 534198.
What is the population of Saripalle?
Saripalle had a total population of 4,203, including 2,083 males and 2,120 females.
How many households are there in Saripalle?
Saripalle had 1,148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saripalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saripalle was 77.34%. Male literacy was 81.64% and female literacy was 73.12%.