Ammapalem - Konijerla, Khammam
Ammapalem is a village situated in the Konijerla mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Konijerla and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Ammapalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ammapalem is 579755. The village covers a total geographical area of 1055 hectares and falls under the 507305 pincode. Khammam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ammapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wyra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ammapalem
As per Census 2011, Ammapalem village has a total population of 3,206 people, consisting of 1,627 males and 1,579 females. The village has 771 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,767 literate and 1,439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 523 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,412 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ammapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,206 | 1,627 | 1,579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 195 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 523 | 276 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,412 | 725 | 687 |
| Literate Population | 1,767 | 1,026 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,439 | 601 | 838 |
Nearby Villages of Ammapalem
Ammapalem is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ammapalem
Ammapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ammapalem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khammam to Ammapalem is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ammapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ammapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ammapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ammapalem 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ammapalem
Where is Ammapalem located?
Ammapalem village is located in Konijerla Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ammapalem?
Ammapalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ammapalem?
The pincode of Ammapalem is 507305.
What is the population of Ammapalem?
Ammapalem has a total population of 3,206, including 1,627 males and 1,579 females.
How many households are there in Ammapalem?
There are 771 households in Ammapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Ammapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ammapalem is 55.12%. Male literacy is 63.06% and female literacy is 46.93%.