Korukonda - Chinthapalli, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Korukonda is a village situated in the Chinthapalli mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Chintapalle and around 180 km from Visakhapatnam. Balapam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korukonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korukonda is 585135. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 531111 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Korukonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Korukonda
As per Census 2011, Korukonda village has a total population of 158 people, consisting of 81 males and 77 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korukonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 33 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 48 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Korukonda
Korukonda 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 Korukonda
Korukonda 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 >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 Korukonda is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Korukonda is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korukonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korukonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korukonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korukonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korukonda
Where is Korukonda located?
Korukonda village is located in Chinthapalli Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korukonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Korukonda is Balapam.
What is the pincode of Korukonda?
The pincode of Korukonda is 531111.
What is the population of Korukonda?
Korukonda has a total population of 158, including 81 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Korukonda?
There are 56 households in Korukonda.
What is the literacy rate in Korukonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korukonda is 29.11%. Male literacy is 40.74% and female literacy is 16.88%.