Ammapalem - Vemsoor, Khammam
Ammapalem is a village situated in the Vemsoor mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vemsoor and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Ammapalem village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ammapalem is 579906. The village covers a total geographical area of 2768 hectares and falls under the 507164 pincode. Sathupalle is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Sathupalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ammapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Ammapalem village had a total population of 1,879 people, including 978 males and 901 females, living in 503 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.86%, with male literacy at 74.57% and female literacy at 62.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 437, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 268.
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 | 1,879 | 978 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 97 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 228 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 143 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 1,172 | 657 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 321 | 386 |
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.
| 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 Sathupalle to Ammapalem is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Ammapalem is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ammapalem
Where is Ammapalem located?
Ammapalem village is located in Vemsoor Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Ammapalem?
Ammapalem is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ammapalem?
The pincode of Ammapalem is 507164.
What is the population of Ammapalem?
Ammapalem had a total population of 1,879, including 978 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Ammapalem?
Ammapalem had 503 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ammapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ammapalem was 68.86%. Male literacy was 74.57% and female literacy was 62.73%.