Kummarapurugupalem - Mogalthur, West Godavari
Kummarapurugupalem is a village situated in the Mogalthur mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mogalthur and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. K.p.palem North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kummarapurugupalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kummarapurugupalem is 588758. The village covers a total geographical area of 1388 hectares and falls under the 534280 pincode. Narasapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kummarapurugupalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kummarapurugupalem
As per Census 2011, Kummarapurugupalem village has a total population of 8,410 people, consisting of 4,280 males and 4,130 females. The village has 2,276 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 797 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,254 literate and 3,156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,051 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kummarapurugupalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,410 | 4,280 | 4,130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 797 | 428 | 369 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,051 | 543 | 508 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 5,254 | 2,838 | 2,416 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,156 | 1,442 | 1,714 |
Nearby Villages of Kummarapurugupalem
Kummarapurugupalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thurputallu | East | 3.67 km |
| Lingana Boinacherla | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Perupalem | West | 4.65 km |
| Mogalthur | North | 6.02 km |
| Mutyalapalle | North-West | 7.04 km |
| Seetharamapuram | North | 7.57 km |
| Vemuladeevi | East | 8.37 km |
| Lakshmaneswaram | North-East | 8.41 km |
| Seripalem | North | 9.78 km |
| Rustumbada (r) | North-East | 10.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kummarapurugupalem
Kummarapurugupalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narasapur, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Narasapur to Kummarapurugupalem is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Kummarapurugupalem is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kummarapurugupalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kummarapurugupalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kummarapurugupalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kummarapurugupalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kummarapurugupalem
Where is Kummarapurugupalem located?
Kummarapurugupalem village is located in Mogalthur Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kummarapurugupalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Kummarapurugupalem is K.p.palem North.
What is the pincode of Kummarapurugupalem?
The pincode of Kummarapurugupalem is 534280.
What is the population of Kummarapurugupalem?
Kummarapurugupalem has a total population of 8,410, including 4,280 males and 4,130 females.
How many households are there in Kummarapurugupalem?
There are 2,276 households in Kummarapurugupalem.
What is the literacy rate in Kummarapurugupalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kummarapurugupalem is 62.47%. Male literacy is 66.31% and female literacy is 58.50%.