Northpalagiri - Veerapunayunipalle, Y.S.R. Kadapa
Northpalagiri is a village situated in the Veerapunayunipalle mandal of Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Veerapunayunipalle and around 63 km from Kadapa. Busireddypalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Northpalagiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Northpalagiri is 593267. The village covers a total geographical area of 3041 hectares and falls under the 516321 pincode. Pulivendla is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Northpalagiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Northpalagiri
As per Census 2011, Northpalagiri village has a total population of 4,347 people, consisting of 2,166 males and 2,181 females. The village has 1,210 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 439 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,665 literate and 1,682 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,084 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Northpalagiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,347 | 2,166 | 2,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 248 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,084 | 555 | 529 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,665 | 1,542 | 1,123 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,682 | 624 | 1,058 |
Nearby Villages of Northpalagiri
Northpalagiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moillacheruvu | West | 4.37 km |
| Animela | East | 5.72 km |
| Indukur | North-East | 5.98 km |
| Southpalagiri | South | 6.08 km |
| Gonumakulapalle | South-East | 6.25 km |
| Kommaddi | North | 6.55 km |
| Muthukuru | South-West | 6.56 km |
| Ayyavaripalle | North-East | 8.06 km |
| Nallacheruvupalle | West | 8.70 km |
| Pamulur | South | 8.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Northpalagiri
Northpalagiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Yerraguntla, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pulivendla to Northpalagiri is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Northpalagiri is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Northpalagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Northpalagiri 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 Northpalagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Northpalagiri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Northpalagiri
Where is Northpalagiri located?
Northpalagiri village is located in Veerapunayunipalle Mandal, Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Northpalagiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Northpalagiri is Busireddypalli.
What is the pincode of Northpalagiri?
The pincode of Northpalagiri is 516321.
What is the population of Northpalagiri?
Northpalagiri has a total population of 4,347, including 2,166 males and 2,181 females.
How many households are there in Northpalagiri?
There are 1,210 households in Northpalagiri.
What is the literacy rate in Northpalagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Northpalagiri is 61.31%. Male literacy is 71.19% and female literacy is 51.49%.