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KRISHNAMPALEM
Krishnampalem is a village located in the Devarapalle Mandal of East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh, India. Known for its close-knit community and dedication to development, Krishnampalem has been the site of various initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life for its residents.

Krishnampalem is a quaint village recognized for its hardworking and resilient community. The village's geographical coordinates are 17.01231° N latitude and 81.52864° E longitude.

Occupation
The primary occupation of the villagers is farming.

Major Crops:

Paddy, Palm oil, Tobacco, Coconut, Sugarcane (partly cultivated), Mango, Cashew, Cocoa.

Administrative and Demographic Information
Krishnampalem falls under the jurisdiction of the Devarapalle Mandal in West Godavari District. As of the 2021 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

 * Sarpanch: Sri. Naidu Durga Prasad
 * Term: 2021-2026

Secretary

 * Secretary Name: D Mutyam

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.

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
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.

Temples
Krishnampalem hosts several temples, including:
 * Shivalayam
 * Ramalayam
 * Anjaneyaswami Temple
 * Kadiyalamma Temple

Nearby Facilities

 * ATMs: Andhra Bank and State Bank of India ATMs are available in nearby Devarapalli.
 * Theaters: Thrinath Theater, Ramnath Theater, and Sri Venkateswara Theaterare are in nearby Devarapalli.
 * Hotels: Bhimas Hotel and Hotel Sri Krishna Sai are in nearby Devarapalli.

Nearby Villages

 * Bandapuram
 * Chinnayagudem
 * Devarapalle
 * Dhumanthunigudem
 * Duddukuru
 * Gowripatnam
 * Kondagudem
 * Kurukuru
 * Laxmipuram
 * Pallantlai
 * Tyajampudi
 * Yadavole
 * Yernagudem

Nearby Towns

 * Devarapalle
 * Kovvur
 * Rajahmundry
 * Nidadavole
 * Tadepalligudem
 * Eluru
 * Tanuku
 * Bhimavaram
 * Jangareddygudem

Transportation
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 Stations
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.