Lakkanapalle - Baireddipalle, Chittoor
Lakkanapalle is a village situated in the Baireddipalle mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baireddipalle and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Lakkanapalle village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakkanapalle is 596748. The village covers a total geographical area of 566 hectares and falls under the 517415 pincode. Palamaner is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Lakkanapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lakkanapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Lakkanapalle village had a total population of 3,220 people, including 1,634 males and 1,586 females, living in 733 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.28%, with male literacy at 84.91% and female literacy at 65.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 498, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 3,220 | 1,634 | 1,586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 203 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 498 | 244 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,156 | 1,215 | 941 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,064 | 419 | 645 |
Nearby Villages of Lakkanapalle
Lakkanapalle is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Settipalle | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Gollachemana Palle | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Ganginayanipalle | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Kammanapalle | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Devadoddi | South | 4.03 km |
| Alapalle | North-West | 4.14 km |
| Peddachellaragunta | North | 4.17 km |
| Belupalle | North-East | 4.24 km |
| T.kurubarahalli | North-West | 5.32 km |
| Theertham | South-West | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakkanapalle
Lakkanapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Melpatti, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palamaner to Lakkanapalle is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Lakkanapalle is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakkanapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakkanapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakkanapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakkanapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakkanapalle
Where is Lakkanapalle located?
Lakkanapalle village is located in Baireddipalle Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Lakkanapalle?
Lakkanapalle is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakkanapalle?
The pincode of Lakkanapalle is 517415.
What is the population of Lakkanapalle?
Lakkanapalle had a total population of 3,220, including 1,634 males and 1,586 females.
How many households are there in Lakkanapalle?
Lakkanapalle had 733 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakkanapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakkanapalle was 75.28%. Male literacy was 84.91% and female literacy was 65.67%.