Karnikalanka - G.Madugula, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Karnikalanka is a village situated in the G.Madugula mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from G.madugula and around 138 km from Visakhapatnam. Singarbha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karnikalanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnikalanka is 584910. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 531029 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Karnikalanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karnikalanka
According to the 2011 Census, Karnikalanka village had a total population of 355 people, including 187 males and 168 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.44%, with male literacy at 56.97% and female literacy at 29.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 350.
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 | 355 | 187 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 185 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 94 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 93 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Karnikalanka
Karnikalanka 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 Karnikalanka
Karnikalanka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Karnikalanka is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Karnikalanka is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnikalanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnikalanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karnikalanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnikalanka 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karnikalanka
Where is Karnikalanka located?
Karnikalanka village is located in G.Madugula Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karnikalanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Karnikalanka is Singarbha.
What is the pincode of Karnikalanka?
The pincode of Karnikalanka is 531029.
What is the population of Karnikalanka?
Karnikalanka had a total population of 355, including 187 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Karnikalanka?
Karnikalanka had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karnikalanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnikalanka was 43.44%. Male literacy was 56.97% and female literacy was 29.03%.