Lakkulu - G.Madugula, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Lakkulu is a village situated in the G.Madugula mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from G.madugula and around 145 km from Visakhapatnam. Palamamidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakkulu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakkulu is 584917. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 531029 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Lakkulu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakkulu
According to the 2011 Census, Lakkulu village had a total population of 146 people, including 76 males and 70 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.93%, with male literacy at 41.67% and female literacy at 22.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 146.
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 | 146 | 76 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 76 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 51 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Lakkulu
Lakkulu 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 Lakkulu
Lakkulu 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 5-10 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 Lakkulu is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Lakkulu is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakkulu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakkulu 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lakkulu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakkulu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakkulu
Where is Lakkulu located?
Lakkulu village is located in G.Madugula Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakkulu?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakkulu is Palamamidi.
What is the pincode of Lakkulu?
The pincode of Lakkulu is 531029.
What is the population of Lakkulu?
Lakkulu had a total population of 146, including 76 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Lakkulu?
Lakkulu had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakkulu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakkulu was 31.93%. Male literacy was 41.67% and female literacy was 22.03%.