Karlapodaru - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Karlapodaru is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 280 km from Visakhapatnam. Laxmipuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karlapodaru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karlapodaru is 583316. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Karlapodaru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karlapodaru
According to the 2011 Census, Karlapodaru village had a total population of 229 people, including 100 males and 129 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,290 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.62%, with male literacy at 32.53% and female literacy at 18.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 229.
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 | 229 | 100 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 100 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 73 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Karlapodaru
Karlapodaru 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 Karlapodaru
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karlapodaru.
| 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 Jeypore(orissa) to Karlapodaru is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Karlapodaru is about 280 km, with the usual travel time around ~8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karlapodaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karlapodaru 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 Karlapodaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karlapodaru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karlapodaru
Where is Karlapodaru located?
Karlapodaru village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karlapodaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Karlapodaru is Laxmipuram.
What is the pincode of Karlapodaru?
The pincode of Karlapodaru is 531040.
What is the population of Karlapodaru?
Karlapodaru had a total population of 229, including 100 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Karlapodaru?
Karlapodaru had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karlapodaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karlapodaru was 24.62%. Male literacy was 32.53% and female literacy was 18.97%.