Karaka - Golugonda, Anakapalli
Karaka is a village situated in the Golugonda mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Golugonda and around 89 km from Visakhapatnam. Kotha Yellavaram serves as the Grama Panchayat for Karaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaka is 585780. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 531118 pincode. Tuni is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Karaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karaka
According to the 2011 Census, Karaka village had a total population of 464 people, including 243 males and 221 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.82%, with male literacy at 54.63% and female literacy at 34.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 367.
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 | 464 | 243 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 186 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 118 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 125 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Karaka
Karaka 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 Karaka
Karaka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tuni to Karaka is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Karaka is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaka 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 Karaka
Where is Karaka located?
Karaka village is located in Golugonda Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Karaka?
The Grama Panchayat of Karaka is Kotha Yellavaram.
What is the pincode of Karaka?
The pincode of Karaka is 531118.
What is the population of Karaka?
Karaka had a total population of 464, including 243 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Karaka?
Karaka had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaka was 44.82%. Male literacy was 54.63% and female literacy was 34.17%.