| Krishnampalem | |
| Native Name: | కృష్ణంపాలెం |
| Native Name Lang: | te |
| Settlement Type: | Village |
| Pushpin Map: | India Andhra Pradesh |
| Pushpin Label Position: | right |
| Pushpin Map Caption: | Krishnampalem location in Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Coordinates: | 16.3648°N 80.5017°W |
| Subdivision Type: | Country |
| Subdivision Name: |  India |
| Subdivision Type1: | State |
| Subdivision Name1: | Andhra Pradesh |
| Subdivision Type2: | District |
| Subdivision Name2: | East Godavari |
| Subdivision Type3: | Mandal |
| Subdivision Name3: | Devarapalle |
| Government Type: | Panchayati Raj |
| Governing Body: | Gram Panchayat |
| Unit Pref: | Metric |
| Population Total: | 1801 |
| Population As Of: | 2024 |
| Population Density Km2: | auto |
| Demographics Type1: | Languages |
| Demographics1 Title1: | Official |
| Demographics1 Info1: | Telugu |
| Timezone1: | IST |
| Utc Offset1: | +5:30 |
| Postal Code Type: | PIN |
| Postal Code: | 534313 |
| Registration Plate: | AP 37, AP 39, AP 40 |
| Leader Title: | Sarpanch |
| Leader Name: | Sri. Naidu Durga Prasad |
| Blank Name Sec1: | Lok Sabha constituency |
| Blank Info Sec1: | Rajahmundry |
| Blank1 Name Sec1: | Vidhan Sabha constituency |
| Blank1 Info Sec1: | Gopalapuram |
Krishnampalem is a village located in the Devarapalle Mandal of East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh, India.[1]
The primary occupation of the villagers is farming.
Paddy,Palm oil,Tobacco,Coconut,
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%.
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.
1. Gudala Durga Rao2. Jakkamsetti Venkata Lakshmi3. Kadali Hymavathi4. Kadali Venkata Lakshmi5. Nelapolu Naga Kumari6. Nulu Venkata Ramana7. Pallanti Srinivas8. Pappu Venkateswara Rao9. Tetela Ganapati Reddy10. Thoradi Lalitha Kumari
The foundation stones have been laid over various years by the local governing body.
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).
| Attribute | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Population - Plain | 1762 | |
| Population - SC | 3 | |
| Population - ST | 36 | |
| Population - Minority | 0 | |
| Total Population | 1801 |
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.
| Attribute | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Households | 630 | |
| House Connections | 506 | |
| CPWS No | 0 | |
| CPWS Supply (LPD) | 0 | |
| PWS No | 1 | |
| PWS Supply (LPD) | 80,000 | |
| MPWS No | 0 | |
| MPWS Supply (LPD) | 0 | |
| Others (Direct Pump & Open Well) No | 1 | |
| Others (Direct Pump & Open Well) Supply (LPD) | 31,000 | |
| HP/SHP No | 0 | |
| HP/SHP Supply (LPD) | 0 |
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.
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.
| Attribute | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| System Type | Protected Water Supply (PWS) | |
| Supply Capacity (LPD) | 80,000 |
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.
| Attribute | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| System Type | Direct Pump & Open Well | |
| Supply Capacity (LPD) | 31,000 |
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.
| Attribute | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of OHSR | 2 | |
| Number of GLSR | 0 |
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.
| Attribute | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Safe LPCD | 59.82 | |
| Coverage Status | Fully Covered (FC) |
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.
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.
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).```
Krishnampalem hosts several temples, including:
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.
Krishnampalem is accessible through several nearby airports and railway stations, enhancing connectivity for residents and visitors.
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.
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.