Karakapalle - Chinthapalli, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Karakapalle is a village situated in the Chinthapalli mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from Chintapalle and around 150 km from Visakhapatnam. Kudumsarai serves as the Grama Panchayat for Karakapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karakapalle is 585155. The village covers a total geographical area of 5 hectares and falls under the 531111 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Karakapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karakapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Karakapalle village had a total population of 119 people, including 58 males and 61 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.89%, with male literacy at 3.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 56 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Karakapalle
Karakapalle 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 Karakapalle
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karakapalle.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Karakapalle is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Karakapalle is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karakapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karakapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karakapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karakapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karakapalle
Where is Karakapalle located?
Karakapalle village is located in Chinthapalli Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Karakapalle?
The Grama Panchayat of Karakapalle is Kudumsarai.
What is the pincode of Karakapalle?
The pincode of Karakapalle is 531111.
What is the population of Karakapalle?
Karakapalle had a total population of 119, including 58 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Karakapalle?
Karakapalle had 25 households.