Krishnampalem

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Krishnampalem
కృష్ణంపాలెం
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Krishnampalem, Devarapalle, East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh, 534313
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Krishnampalem
Krishnampalem location in Andhra Pradesh, India
Coordinates: 16°21′53″N80°30′06″E / 16.3648°N 80.5017°E / 16.3648; 80.5017
CountryFlag of India.svg  India
State Andhra Pradesh
District East Godavari
Mandal Devarapalle
Government
 • TypePanchayati Raj
 • BodyGram Panchayat
 • SarpanchSri. Naidu Durga Prasad
Population
 (2024)
 • Total1,801
Languages
 • OfficialTelugu
Time zone UTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
534313
Vehicle registration AP 37, AP 39, AP 40
Lok Sabha constituency Rajahmundry
Vidhan Sabha constituency Gopalapuram

Krishnampalem is a village located in the Devarapalle mandal of East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh, India. [1]

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Occupation

The primary occupation of the villagers is farming.

Paddy, Palm oil, Tobacco, Coconut,

Sugarcane, Mango, Cashew, Cocoa.

Administrative and demographic information

Krishnampalem falls under the jurisdiction of the Devarapalle mandal in East Godavari District. As of the 2024 census, the village has a population of 1,801 residents. The village is part of the larger Devarapalle mandal, which has a total population of 77,971 people with a literacy rate of around 60.63%.

Local governance

The local governing body of Krishnampalem is the Gram Panchayat, which is responsible for the village's administration and development activities. The current Sarpanch is Sri. Naidu Durga Prasad, serving from 2021 to 2026. The Gram Panchayat is supported by various ward members who assist in the governance and implementation of policies.

Sarpanch

Secretary

Ward members

1. Gudala Durga Rao 2. Jakkamsetti Venkata Lakshmi 3. Kadali Hymavathi 4. Kadali Venkata Lakshmi 5. Nelapolu Naga Kumari 6. Nulu Venkata Ramana 7. Pallanti Srinivas 8. Pappu Venkateswara Rao 9. Tetela Ganapati Reddy 10. Thoradi Lalitha Kumari

Previous governing body

The foundation stones have been laid over various years by the local governing body.

Demographics

As of 2024, Krishnampalem has a total population of 1801 individuals. The population is composed of 1762 people of the general category (Plain), 3 Scheduled Castes (SC), and 36 Scheduled Tribes (ST).

AttributeValue
Population - Plain1762
Population - SC3
Population - ST36
Population - Minority0
Total Population1801

Households and Water Supply

The village has 630 households with 506 house connections for water supply. The water supply infrastructure includes one Protected Water Supply (PWS) system with a supply capacity of 80,000 liters per day and one additional system (Direct Pump & Open Well) with a capacity of 31,000 liters per day.

AttributeValue
Households630
House Connections506
CPWS No0
CPWS Supply (LPD)0
PWS No1
PWS Supply (LPD)80,000
MPWS No0
MPWS Supply (LPD)0
Others (Direct Pump & Open Well) No1
Others (Direct Pump & Open Well) Supply (LPD)31,000
HP/SHP No0
HP/SHP Supply (LPD)0

Water Plant Details

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Krishnampalem Water plant Inauguration
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Krishnampalem Water plant Inauguration

The village of Krishnampalem has a well-structured water supply system to cater to the needs of its residents. The water supply infrastructure includes one Protected Water Supply (PWS) system and an additional water source from a Direct Pump & Open Well.

Protected Water Supply (PWS)

The Protected Water Supply system in Krishnampalem has a supply capacity of 80,000 liters per day. This system ensures that the villagers have access to clean and safe drinking water.

AttributeValue
System TypeProtected Water Supply (PWS)
Supply Capacity (LPD)80,000

Direct Pump & Open Well

In addition to the PWS, the village also relies on a Direct Pump & Open Well system, which has a supply capacity of 31,000 liters per day. This additional source helps in meeting the water demand of the village.

AttributeValue
System TypeDirect Pump & Open Well
Supply Capacity (LPD)31,000

Water Storage

Krishnampalem is equipped with two Overhead Service Reservoirs (OHSR) that aid in the storage and distribution of water throughout the village. However, there are no Ground Level Service Reservoirs (GLSR) in the village.

AttributeValue
Number of OHSR2
Number of GLSR0

Safe Water Supply

The village maintains a safe water supply level of 59.82 liters per capita per day (LPCD). The status of the water supply is classified as "Fully Covered" (FC), indicating that the water supply meets the required standards for safety and sufficiency.

AttributeValue
Safe LPCD59.82
Coverage StatusFully Covered (FC)

Facilities and landmarks

Post office

The Krishnampalem Post Office operates as a Branch Office with the PIN code 534313. It offers a range of services including mail delivery, parcel services, financial services, and retail services. The office is part of the Tadepalligudem postal division under the Vijayawada region of the Andhra Pradesh postal circle.

Schools

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Krishnampalem MPUPS

The primary educational institution in Krishnampalem is the MPUPS Krishnampalem, established in 1940. It caters to grades 1 to 8 and has a total of 8 teachers. The medium of instruction is Telugu.

Notable Personalities from this Village

Mylavarapu Suryanarayana Murthy (మైలవరపు సూర్యనారాయణమూర్తి)

Mylavarapu Suryanarayana Murthy is a distinguished literary figure from Andhra Pradesh, known for his significant contributions to Telugu literature. His renowned work, "ఆంధ్ర తులసీరామాయణము అను రామచరితమానసము (ఉత్తరకాండము)," is a poetic retelling of the Ramayana, specifically the Uttarakanda section. This text is an important part of the "Rama Charita Manas" and holds a significant place in Telugu literary history.

For more information on Mylavarapu Suryanarayana Murthy and his work, you can explore the text on the [Internet Archive](https://archive.org/details/in.ernet.dli.2015.373351). ```

Temples

Krishnampalem hosts several temples, including:

* Shivalayam

* Ramalayam

* Anjaneyaswami Temple

* Kadiyalamma Temple

Nearby villages and towns

Nearby villages

Nearby towns

Transportation

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A bus stop in Krishnampalem

Krishnampalem is well-connected by road with nearby villages and towns. Major highways passing near the village include GNT Road (NH16) and the upcoming Greenfield Highway.

Nearby airports and railway stations

Krishnampalem is accessible through several nearby airports and railway stations, enhancing connectivity for residents and visitors.

Nearby Airports

1. Rajahmundry Airport (RJA) - Located approximately 45 kilometers from Krishnampalem, this airport offers flights to major cities like Hyderabad, Chennai, and Bengaluru. 2. Vijayawada Airport (VGA) - Situated around 100 kilometers away, Vijayawada Airport connects to various national and international destinations. 3. Visakhapatnam Airport (VTZ) - About 180 kilometers from the village, this is a major airport offering extensive domestic and international flight options.

Nearby Railway Station

1. Kovvur Railway Station - Approximately 28 kilometers away, this station offers regional connectivity with trains to major cities. 2. Rajahmundry Railway Station - Situated around 36 kilometers from the village, Rajahmundry Railway Station is a major hub with frequent trains to major cities across India. 3. Nidadavole Junction - Located about 25 kilometers away, this junction connects various lines, facilitating travel to different parts of the country.

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References

  1. ↑ "Krishnampalem Village Population". Census 2011 India. Retrieved 2024-05-27.

[1]

  1. ↑ "Abstract Progress Detailed Report for 2020-2021 and Programme: JJM". RWSS, Government of Andhra Pradesh . Retrieved 2024-05-27. SNO District: East Godavari, Mandal: Devarapalle, Panchayat: Krishnampalem, Village: Yeranagudem, Habitation Code: 0907114010051200, Habitation Name: Krishnampalem, Coverage Status: FC, Total Population: 1801
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